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F787 HBW

1988 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

37,047 mi
Last recorded37,047 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2007
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai64,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF787 HBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSj 413V Jx Samurai
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2007 37,047 miles

Front Lower Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

fuel pipes corroded

general corrosion to vehicle, body work rough recomend attention

Pass 23 Jun 2006 34,129 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 34,129 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside center body mounting (body)corroded and holed

Offside front sphear joint leaking recomend seal replacement

Pass 2 Jul 2005 31,278 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2005 31,278 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Offside Front Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

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

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel pipes corroded

general corrosion to vehicle body

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai?

Based on 383 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
1,749
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 28
position lamp(s) not working 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
fog lamp not working 16
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F787 HBW is a 1988 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 64,304 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 Sj 413V Jx Samurai fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F787 HBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F787 HBW?

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What year was F787 HBW registered?

F787 HBW is a 1988 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai, first registered on 3 November 1988.

Is F787 HBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F787 HBW shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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