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J428 CUG

1992 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

73,543 mi
Last recorded73,543 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 1992 Suzuki Vitara54,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ428 CUG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 73,543 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 68,999 miles

Central Body has slight corrosion mounting points (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 65,383 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Feb 2017 65,383 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jan 2016 61,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/80 R15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil Leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 19 Jan 2016 61,561 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/80 R15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil Leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 5 Feb 2015 57,823 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Feb 2015 57,823 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Feb 2014 52,932 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 51,384 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 49,768 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 48,475 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 46,701 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 44,644 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 42,503 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 39,056 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 35,421 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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J428 CUG is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 J428 CUG, 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 J428 CUG registered?

J428 CUG is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 6 April 1992.

Is J428 CUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J428 CUG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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