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J438 GVV

1991 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,107 mi
Last recorded16,107 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2016
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Vitara51,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ438 GVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2016 16,107 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 14,662 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 5,702 miles

corrosion on rear chassis.

Fail 7 Jun 2014 5,698 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

corrosion on rear chassis.

Pass 22 Jan 2013 4,888 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2013 4,881 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 600 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 94,124 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 88,206 miles

note travel on handbrake

Pass 18 Mar 2008 81,676 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 74,860 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 69,718 miles

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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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J438 GVV is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J438 GVV, 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 J438 GVV registered?

J438 GVV is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 23 December 1991.

Is J438 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J438 GVV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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