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K173 OLV

1993 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,240 mi
Last recorded18,240 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 1993 Suzuki Vitara63,655 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK173 OLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 18,240 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 15,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 11,965 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jun 2016 8,082 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 4,178 miles

brake pipes covered in grease

exhaust rusty

Fail 30 May 2015 4,146 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake pipes covered in grease

exhaust rusty

Pass 24 Jun 2014 921 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2013 97,375 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 93,638 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 93,638 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 89,915 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 86,449 miles

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

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

under body rusty

Pass 15 Jun 2009 83,277 miles

under body rusty

Pass 25 Jun 2008 81,799 miles

note brake pipes covered in paint and grease

rear brakes out of balance

Fail 24 Jun 2008 81,798 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

note brake pipes covered in paint and grease

Pass 25 Mar 2007 78,046 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 73,085 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 73,085 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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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K173 OLV is a 1993 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 K173 OLV, 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 K173 OLV registered?

K173 OLV is a 1993 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 April 1993.

Is K173 OLV safe to buy?

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