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G862 CPA

1989 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,273 mi
Last recorded94,273 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
Typical for 1989 Suzuki Vitara40,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG862 CPA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 94,273 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

o/s Side Step Becoming Insecure.

Pass 7 Mar 2013 86,347 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 86,135 miles

Fuel lines corroded but not leaking.

Fail 5 Apr 2012 86,127 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Fuel lines corroded but not leaking.

Pass 1 Feb 2011 83,900 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 79,839 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 79,839 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

oil leaks from gearbox/surface corrosion to nearside rear brake pipe/offside rear tyre low on inside edge/centre and rear exhaust rusty/both front floors rotted but not within 30 cm of any load bearing member

Pass 29 Sep 2008 75,469 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 75,445 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 73,832 miles

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

n/s inner cill slight corrosion and o/s floor

Pass 21 Jun 2006 71,765 miles

body showing signs of corrosion in places

brake pipes showing signs of corrosion in places

exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

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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G862 CPA is a 1989 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 G862 CPA, 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 G862 CPA registered?

G862 CPA is a 1989 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 6 October 1989.

Is G862 CPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G862 CPA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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