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J488 WHO

1992 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,400 mi
Last recorded9,400 miles
Recorded on4 May 2010
Typical for 1992 Suzuki Vitara54,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ488 WHO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2010 9,400 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 4,611 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 4,525 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

corrosion to both chassis rails

minor blow to mid silencer

Pass 30 Apr 2008 404 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST BOX RATTLES WHEN TAPPED

HOLE CAUSED BY CORROSION IN NEARSIDE REAR OF BOOT FLOOR

HOLE CAUSED BY CORROSION IN OFFSIDE OF BOOT FLOOR

OIL LEAKS

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW

Fail 30 Apr 2008 404 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

CENTRE EXHAUST BOX RATTLES WHEN TAPPED

HOLE CAUSED BY CORROSION IN NEARSIDE REAR OF BOOT FLOOR

HOLE CAUSED BY CORROSION IN OFFSIDE OF BOOT FLOOR

OIL LEAKS

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW

Pass 3 Apr 2007 95,347 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER DAMP

SILL COVERS FITTED

STONE CHIPS IN FRONT SCREEN

Fail 3 Apr 2007 95,347 miles

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

nearside front shock absorber damp

sill covers fitted

stone chips in front screen

Pass 11 Apr 2006 90,397 miles

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

near side front tyre bold on razed edge

off side front outer c.v boot damp

Pass 11 Apr 2005 86,515 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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J488 WHO is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J488 WHO, 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

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What year was J488 WHO registered?

J488 WHO is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J488 WHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J488 WHO shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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