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J490 CWY

1992 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

46,831 mi
Last recorded46,831 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2006
Typical for 1992 Suzuki Vitara54,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ490 CWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2006 46,831 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2005 43,728 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2005 43,728 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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J490 CWY is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J490 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 J490 CWY?

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What year was J490 CWY registered?

J490 CWY is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J490 CWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J490 CWY shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J490 CWY have outstanding finance?

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