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J826 MHC

1991 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

99,860 mi
Last recorded99,860 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2011
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Vitara51,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ826 MHC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2011 99,860 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 93,088 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 93,088 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 85,729 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 85,729 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 78,608 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 78,542 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 69,163 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 62,874 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 59,962 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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J826 MHC is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara in Grey 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 J826 MHC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J826 MHC registered?

J826 MHC is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J826 MHC safe to buy?

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