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K691 EBH

1996 Suzuki Samurai

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

35,234 mi
Last recorded35,234 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK691 EBH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSamurai
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 35,234 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Drivers seat stiff to move backward and forward

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 19 Dec 2025 35,231 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Unable to hold revs steady (8.2.2.2 (e))

Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drivers seat stiff to move backward and forward

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 35,205 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Unable to hold revs steady (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front passenger door catch missing Outer handle broken (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki Samurai?

Based on 735 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,412
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 65
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
parking brake recording little or no effort 27
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 27
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K691 EBH is a 1996 Suzuki Samurai in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

The most common reason a Suzuki Samurai fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K691 EBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Samurai typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Samurai is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K691 EBH registered?

K691 EBH is a 1996 Suzuki Samurai, first registered on 20 June 1996.

Is K691 EBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K691 EBH shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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