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J143 FYB

1992 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

4,149 mi
Last recorded4,149 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 1992 Suzuki Vitara54,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ143 FYB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Mar 2015 4,149 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2014 95,320 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 93,134 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 13 Mar 2012 90,535 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 90,535 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 88,115 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 88,085 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 85,881 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 83,843 miles

handbrake lever has long travel

Pass 14 Mar 2008 81,606 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 81,588 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 79,131 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 76,600 miles

rear metal brake pipes corroded

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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J143 FYB is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1992 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 54,188 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 J143 FYB, 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 34 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J143 FYB registered?

J143 FYB is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J143 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J143 FYB 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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