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J255 NVU

1991 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,705 mi
Last recorded92,705 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2010
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Vitara51,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ255 NVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2010 92,705 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 91,431 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 90,956 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 90,315 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 90,184 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 88,025 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2006 87,986 miles

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

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

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

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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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J255 NVU is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J255 NVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J255 NVU registered?

J255 NVU is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 9 October 1991.

Is J255 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J255 NVU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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