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J487 CWY

1992 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,120 mi
Last recorded16,120 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2012
Typical for 1992 Suzuki Vitara54,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ487 CWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2012 16,120 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 6,611 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2011 6,611 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 3,797 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 95,240 miles

rear fuel pipes rusty but not leaking

Pass 1 Dec 2008 94,235 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 934,435 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 934,435 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2006 89,992 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 89,992 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Battery insecure

Pass 14 Nov 2005 84,405 miles

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

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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J487 CWY is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 J487 CWY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J487 CWY?

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What year was J487 CWY registered?

J487 CWY is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 9 April 1992.

Is J487 CWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J487 CWY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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