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L232 FKE

1994 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 Suzuki Vitara73,353 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL232 FKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2016
Pass 23 Jun 2009 97,001 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 96,991 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)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2008 95,214 miles

mis-fire

o/s/r tyre appears filled

Pass 23 Feb 2007 4,910 miles

o/s rear tyre side wall has a small cut not down to cords

Fail 16 Feb 2007 4,806 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

o/s/ rear tyre side wall as a small cut not down to cords

Pass 29 Nov 2005 97,838 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2005 97,825 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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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L232 FKE is a 1994 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 L232 FKE, 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 L232 FKE registered?

L232 FKE is a 1994 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 18 February 1994.

Is L232 FKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L232 FKE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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