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K244 SLD

1993 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

476 mi
Last recorded476 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2013
Typical for 1993 Suzuki Vitara63,655 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK244 SLD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2013 476 miles

corrosion o/s/f top inner wing

corrosion on main brake pipes

heavy corrosion and repairs to rear chassis rails

intensity of n/s and o/s headlamp beam pattern BORDERLINE

noise from both rear wheel bearings

oil leak on engine

plastic covers fitted to both sills unable to check for corrosion

play in steering box and idlers BORDERLINE

rear brake and handbrake performance

repairs to both rear bottom inner wheel archs

repairs to both rear undersills and floors

very heavy corrosion to all floors and chassis rails on vehicle

Fail 12 Mar 2013 471 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

corrosion o/s/f top inner wing

corrosion on fuel pipes BORDERLINE

corrosion on rear axle brake pipes and main braked pipes BORDERLINE

fuel pipes corroding BORDERLINE

heavy corrosion and repairs to rear chassis rails

intensity of n/s and o/s headlamp beam pattern BORDERLINE

noise from both rear wheel bearings

oil leak on engine

plastic covers fitted to both sills unable to check for corrosion

play in steering box and idlers BORDERLINE

rear brake and handbrake performance

repairs to both rear undersills and floors

very heavy corrosion to all floors and chassis rails on vehicle

Pass 20 Feb 2012 98,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Feb 2012 98,328 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Centre Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Jan 2012 98,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

20% rear brake application

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

offside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 15 Nov 2010 93,794 miles

Battery insecure

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 93,794 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 92,624 miles

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 5 Jun 2009 92,613 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 88,236 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 84,548 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 84,353 miles

slight play in steering box

Fail 3 Jan 2006 843,532 miles

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

slight play in steering box

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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K244 SLD is a 1993 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 K244 SLD, 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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K244 SLD is a 1993 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 15 May 1993.

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