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G889 PFJ

1989 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,661 mi
Last recorded45,661 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2009
Typical for 1989 Suzuki Vitara40,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG889 PFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2009 45,661 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 43,886 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 43,102 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 43,100 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

excessive handbrake tarvel

oil leak from engine / gearbox

slight play in off side front steering box

vehicle underside showing signs of surface rust

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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G889 PFJ is a 1989 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G889 PFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G889 PFJ?

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What year was G889 PFJ registered?

G889 PFJ is a 1989 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 16 August 1989.

Is G889 PFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G889 PFJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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