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J588 CES

1991 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2011
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

19,175 mi
Last recorded19,175 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2010
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Vitara51,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ588 CES
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2010 19,175 miles

BOTH CHASSIS LEGS CORRODED AT REAR

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

Fail 30 Aug 2010 19,172 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

BOTH CHASSIS LEGS CORRODED AT REAR

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 18,809 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 18,809 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 18,061 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2007 17,122 miles

rear brakes nousey

Fail 3 Nov 2006 16,459 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 16,459 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 16,221 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 15,208 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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J588 CES is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J588 CES, 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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What year was J588 CES registered?

J588 CES is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J588 CES safe to buy?

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