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G490 LUJ

1990 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

26,565 mi
Last recorded26,565 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Suzuki Vitara42,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG490 LUJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 26,565 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 26,565 miles

Emissions unable to be completed oil level too low (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 19,659 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 19,658 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 19,522 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 19,334 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 19,100 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

reverse lamps inoperative

Pass 26 Feb 2020 18,819 miles

Nearside Front outer cv boot deteriorated

Offside Front outer cv boot deteriorated

Offside Rear seatbelt not checked due to seat folded and luggage in vehicle

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

reverse lamps inoperative

unable to inspect outer sills for corrosion due to plastic trims fitted

Fail 13 Feb 2020 18,795 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases from manifold to centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill area under wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front outer cv boot deteriorated

Offside Front outer cv boot deteriorated

Offside Rear seatbelt not checked due to seat folded and luggage in vehicle

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

reverse lamps inoperative

unable to inspect outer sills for corrosion due to plastic trims fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2019 18,370 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

unable to test rear seat belts as presented

Pass 21 Feb 2018 18,043 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Jan 2017 17,667 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 17,658 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 17,005 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 16,347 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 15,482 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2012 14,774 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 13,933 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 12,467 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 12,440 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 12,420 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 12,402 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 12,062 miles

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

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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G490 LUJ is a 1990 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1990 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 42,480 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G490 LUJ, 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 36 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G490 LUJ registered?

G490 LUJ is a 1990 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 26 May 1990.

Is G490 LUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G490 LUJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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