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H389 XUM

1991 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

21,258 mi
Last recorded21,258 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2016
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Vitara51,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH389 XUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2016 21,258 miles

Body has slight corrosion sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 18,279 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 12 Jan 2015 18,277 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 14,996 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 14,974 miles

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

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 10,514 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 2,165 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 6 Jan 2012 2,162 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Fuel hose slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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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H389 XUM is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 51,958 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 H389 XUM, 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 35 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H389 XUM registered?

H389 XUM is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 June 1991.

Is H389 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H389 XUM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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