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H936 JOS

1990 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

35,658 mi
Last recorded35,658 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 1990 Suzuki Vitara42,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH936 JOS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 35,658 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 35,570 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 Jun 2017 35,570 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Marked in Yellow Chalk (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 May 2015 35,367 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 35,367 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 35,261 miles

Centre Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 35,261 miles

Centre Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 33,062 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 32,391 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 32,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2010 31,291 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 28,899 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 27,745 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2006 27,699 miles

Centre Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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H936 JOS is a 1990 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 H936 JOS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H936 JOS registered?

H936 JOS is a 1990 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 13 September 1990.

Is H936 JOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H936 JOS shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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