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K144 YPC

1993 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

49,772 mi
Last recorded49,772 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 1993 Suzuki Vitara63,655 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK144 YPC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 49,772 miles

Both rear sills corroded.

Floor corroded.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 5 Oct 2011 49,562 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Both rear sills corroded.

Floor corroded.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 37,653 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 23 Sep 2010 37,653 miles

Front position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

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

Rear Front position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 May 2009 18,851 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 18,851 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 12,721 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 12,721 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2007 1,096 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 90,258 miles

chip in windscreen

Pass 7 Jun 2005 87,181 miles

rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion †small hole in n/s/f cv boot

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 YPC is a 1993 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 K144 YPC, 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 YPC registered?

K144 YPC is a 1993 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 May 1993.

Is K144 YPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K144 YPC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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