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K243 XPK

1993 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,495 mi
Last recorded50,495 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2012
Typical for 1993 Suzuki Vitara63,655 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK243 XPK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Feb 2012 50,495 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

battery insecure

front reg plate damaged

n/s/r tyre perrished

o/s/r floor corroded

o/s/r tyre perrished

Pass 3 Mar 2011 43,725 miles

Both rear tyres cracked around tread area

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Off Side Front wheel binding on

Slight noise from both rear wheel bearings

Fail 2 Mar 2011 43,718 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Both rear tyres cracked around tread area

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Off Side Front wheel binding on

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

Slight noise from both rear wheel bearings

Pass 28 Apr 2010 33,443 miles

Battery insecure

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Temporary fuel cap fitted

offside front brake slightly binding

offside rear cabin floor rusting

Pass 20 Apr 2009 29,874 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

fuel cap seal perishing

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall perishing

Pass 28 Apr 2008 25,573 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2008 25,573 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Mar 2008 25,389 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 112,314 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 103,764 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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K243 XPK 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 K243 XPK, 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 K243 XPK registered?

K243 XPK is a 1993 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 15 April 1993.

Is K243 XPK safe to buy?

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