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J546 TBF

1992 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2014
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

20,473 mi
Last recorded20,473 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2013
Typical for 1992 Suzuki Vitara54,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ546 TBF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2013 20,473 miles

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

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Lots of general surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

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

Rear brakes binding slightly.

offside front inner wing corroded,but not structural.

steering column UJ gaiter damaged.

Fail 20 Mar 2013 20,472 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Lots of general surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear brakes binding slightly.

offside front inner wing corroded,but not structural.

steering column UJ gaiter damaged.

Pass 9 Jul 2009 19,969 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 19,969 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 22 May 2009 19,961 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 18,759 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 18,759 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 13,035 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 13,029 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Nov 2005 11,009 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 11,005 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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J546 TBF is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

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 J546 TBF, 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.

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J546 TBF is a 1992 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 February 1992.

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