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J60 BAJ

1999 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,618 mi
Last recorded98,618 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Vitara64,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ60 BAJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 98,618 miles

Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 98,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 1 Dec 2017 98,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 93,857 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 88,041 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 29 May 2015 88,040 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 83,414 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 77,935 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Oil leak

under vehicle dirty

Fail 11 Oct 2012 77,935 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2011 74,256 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 74,256 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 71,098 miles

Battery insecure

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

Fail 6 Oct 2010 71,098 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 67,759 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 63,497 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 60,144 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 60,144 miles

Offside Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 56,085 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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J60 BAJ is a 1999 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 64,844 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 J60 BAJ, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J60 BAJ registered?

J60 BAJ is a 1999 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is J60 BAJ safe to buy?

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