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K7 JLX

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Turquoise Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

87,479 mi
Last recorded87,479 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK7 JLX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 87,479 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 87,382 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 108,889 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 86,821 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All ()

Fail 31 May 2019 86,773 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All ()

Pass 23 Aug 2017 84,213 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 81,777 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 81,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear trailing arm mounts (2.4.A.3)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 24 Apr 2015 77,872 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2015 77,871 miles

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

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 72,292 miles

Both rear tyre showing signs of perishing.

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

Surface corrosion starting to appear underneath vehicle.

Unable to check both outer sills, due to plastic covers fitted.

Fail 6 Jun 2013 72,288 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Both rear tyre showing signs of perishing.

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

Surface corrosion starting to appear underneath vehicle.

Unable to check both outer sills, due to plastic covers fitted.

Pass 25 Apr 2012 68,714 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Corrosion starting to appear on suspension components

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 24 Apr 2012 68,714 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Corrosion starting to appear on suspension components

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 64,444 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 64,444 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 60,683 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 60,033 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 58,571 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 58,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 52,921 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 48,022 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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K7 JLX is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Turquoise with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 84,460 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 K7 JLX, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K7 JLX registered?

K7 JLX is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is K7 JLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K7 JLX shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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