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F259 MAA

1989 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2008
Tests9 (3 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

55,054 mi
Last recorded55,054 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2008
Typical for 1989 Suzuki Vitara40,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF259 MAA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

3 pass 6 fail
Fail 2 Dec 2008 55,054 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

rear floor

Fail 5 Nov 2008 54,968 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 51,390 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 51,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2007 50,960 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 44,830 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

noise from front transmission

Fail 14 Nov 2006 445,954 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

noise from front transmission

Pass 2 Mar 2006 40,238 miles

battery tray rusty

o/s/front wing rusty

o/s/rear window does not secure

oil leak

water leak block

Fail 2 Dec 2005 40,224 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

o/s/f wing rusty battery tray rusted out o/s/r window not latching down

oil leak

How Reliable is the Suzuki Vitara?

Based on 810,456 MOT tests across 108,223 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,330
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108,223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,457
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,446
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,368
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 22,812
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,882
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F259 MAA is a 1989 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 40,192 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Vitara fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F259 MAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 37 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F259 MAA registered?

F259 MAA is a 1989 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 11 May 1989.

Is F259 MAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F259 MAA shows 9 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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