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J259 CUV

1991 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,856 mi
Last recorded97,856 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Vitara51,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ259 CUV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 97,856 miles

rear fuel pipes slightly corroded.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Fail 1 Apr 2015 97,856 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

rear fuel pipes slightly corroded.

Pass 30 Apr 2011 93,906 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 88,079 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 82,239 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 76,503 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 70,702 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 64,385 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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J259 CUV is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J259 CUV, 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 J259 CUV registered?

J259 CUV is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 3 October 1991.

Is J259 CUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J259 CUV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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