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K144 MTU

1993 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

96,120 mi
Last recorded96,120 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2010
Typical for 1993 Suzuki Vitara63,655 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK144 MTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2010 96,120 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 91,164 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/front wearing outer edge

o/s front wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 27 Nov 2008 86,482 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 86,482 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 82,515 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 26 Nov 2007 82,515 miles

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

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

Battery insecure

Fail 21 Nov 2007 82,461 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Battery insecure

Battery is insecure due to excessive corrosion of battery mounting tray. Corrosion has not spread to any prescribed area at this time

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Nov 2006 78,578 miles

Both front tyres wearing heavily on outer shoulders

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Heavy corrosion evidednt on rear of both chassis rails but not excessive at this time

Pass 21 Nov 2006 78,578 miles

Both front tyres wearing heavily on outer shoulders

Heavy corrosion evidednt on rear of both chassis rails but not excessive at this time

Pass 10 Nov 2005 73,135 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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K144 MTU is a 1993 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 63,655 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 K144 MTU, 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 33 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K144 MTU registered?

K144 MTU is a 1993 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 7 April 1993.

Is K144 MTU safe to buy?

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