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L204 URV

1994 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,938 mi
Last recorded61,938 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 1994 Suzuki Vitara73,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL204 URV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 61,938 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear belt s (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 56,550 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Mar 2018 56,550 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 50,556 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 46,668 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 42,521 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 38,611 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 37,242 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2013 37,240 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 36,494 miles

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

Cat test not passed

Coolant leak

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2011 35,658 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 34,793 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 33,908 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 32,289 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 30,914 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 29,487 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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L204 URV is a 1994 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 73,353 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 L204 URV, 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 32 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L204 URV registered?

L204 URV is a 1994 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 19 March 1994.

Is L204 URV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L204 URV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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