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J475 MOD

1991 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

13,585 mi
Last recorded13,585 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Vitara51,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ475 MOD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 13,585 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

corrosion to prescribed areas

Fail 13 Oct 2017 13,585 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion inner arch (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

corrosion to prescribed areas

Pass 14 Oct 2016 11,512 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main both n/s o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine oil leak

rear fuel pipe

Pass 14 Oct 2015 9,849 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 6,595 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 6,590 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 3,383 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 3,374 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 99,007 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 10 Oct 2012 99,007 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2011 92,770 miles

Cuts o/s/f tyre side wall not deep enough to reach ply/cords.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Propshaft component defective

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Oct 2011 92,764 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Cuts o/s/f tyre side wall not deep enough to reach ply/cords.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Propshaft component defective

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 91,962 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside front tyre has a cut in the sidewall, but no visble sign of cords

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2009 90,920 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

handbrake close to end of travel

Fail 25 Sep 2009 90,920 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

handbrake close to end of travel

Pass 3 Oct 2008 89,629 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

slight corrosion to offside rear inner arch

temporary fuel cap of the sealing type fitted

Fail 30 Sep 2008 89,623 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

slight corrosion to offside rear inner arch

temporary fuel cap of the sealing type fitted

Pass 15 May 2007 86,642 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 84,623 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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J475 MOD is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 J475 MOD, 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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J475 MOD is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 13 August 1991.

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The MOT history for J475 MOD shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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