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K778 PGN

1999 Suzuki Cappuccino

Red Petrol 657cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,269 mi
Last recorded91,269 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Cappuccino64,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK778 PGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelCappuccino
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine657cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 91,269 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2025 91,266 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 89,002 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2015 83,450 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

O/S/R Anti roll bar linkage tightened on test

Oil leak

Steering rack inner joint boots perished

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jun 2015 83,450 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

O/S/R Anti roll bar linkage tightened on test

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering rack inner joint boots perished

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 38,432 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Cappuccino?

Based on 11,869 MOT tests across 1,070 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,020
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,923
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 973
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 763
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 515
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 506
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K778 PGN is a 1999 Suzuki Cappuccino in Red with a 657cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Cappuccino models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 64,250 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 Cappuccino fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,923 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K778 PGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Cappuccino typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki Cappuccino is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K778 PGN registered?

K778 PGN is a 1999 Suzuki Cappuccino, first registered on 13 August 1999.

Is K778 PGN safe to buy?

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