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H73 FCV

1990 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

66,229 mi
Last recorded66,229 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 1990 Suzuki Vitara42,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH73 FCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2013 66,229 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 65,603 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

both front coil springs corroded

both front shock absorbors corroded

brake pipes corroded

corrosion nearside and offside rear inner wheel arches

corrosions nearside front and offside front wheel arches

front wiperblades worn

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

under vechicle conpoments corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2012 65,589 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

both front coil springs corroded

both front shock absorbors corroded

brake pipes corroded

corrosion and holed on nearside front floor pan

corrosion nearside and offside rear inner wheel arches

corrosion nearside front and offside front inner wheel arches

front wiperblades worn

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

under vechicle conpoments corroded

nearside front tyre cuts on outer sidewall and tread

Pass 22 Aug 2011 64,991 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

nearside rear and offside rear tyre sidewalls perished

Fail 3 Aug 2011 64,989 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

nearside rear and offside rear tyres sidewalls perished

Fail 15 Jul 2010 63,923 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 63,923 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 61,666 miles

rear tyre side walls cracking

Fail 30 Jun 2009 61,666 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

long handbrake travel

rear tyre side walls cracking

Pass 22 Jul 2008 60,473 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 57,289 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 56,096 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 54,547 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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H73 FCV is a 1990 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 H73 FCV, 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 H73 FCV registered?

H73 FCV is a 1990 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H73 FCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H73 FCV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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