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J959 OVC

1991 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

52,588 mi
Last recorded52,588 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2009
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Vitara51,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ959 OVC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2009 52,588 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

advise both front tyres wearing low

Fail 6 Jan 2009 52,587 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise both front tyres wearing low

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 15 Feb 2008 48,826 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2008 48,826 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jan 2007 43,137 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 40,612 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 40,612 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

cv boots perishing front washers weak brake pipes rusting in places under greese front to rear fuel pipe rusting exhaust welds corroded through out brake hose ferrals rusting through out o/s/r hb cable outer casing swelling osf tyre

osf tyre approx 3mm osr tyre just under 3 mm and lightly perishing

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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J959 OVC is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 J959 OVC, 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 J959 OVC registered?

J959 OVC is a 1991 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 3 September 1991.

Is J959 OVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J959 OVC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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