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G830 JUJ

1989 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

49,321 mi
Last recorded49,321 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 1989 Suzuki Vitara40,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG830 JUJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2008 49,321 miles

rear shock casings corroded. some movement in upper part of n/s front shock. steering box oil leak.

welding repairs to n/s front inner wing. thick underseal and dirt may be concealing corrosion. rear seats removed.

Fail 27 Nov 2008 49,320 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear shock casings corroded. some movement in upper part of n/s front shock. steering box oil leak.

welding repairs to n/s front inner wing. thick underseal and dirt may be concealing corrosion. rear seats removed.

Fail 27 Oct 2008 49,311 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

some rust in brake pipes, oil leak from steering box. unable to see all of sills. rear shocks have corroded casings and worn bushes.

vehicle presented in very dirty condition. welding repairs to underbody, suspect further corrosion beneath underseal.

Pass 24 Apr 2007 42,246 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 42,246 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 16 May 2006 39,943 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 16 May 2006 39,943 miles

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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G830 JUJ is a 1989 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 G830 JUJ, 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 G830 JUJ registered?

G830 JUJ is a 1989 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 17 November 1989.

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