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L286 NWB

1993 Suzuki Cappuccino

Red Petrol 657cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

78,497 mi
Last recorded78,497 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2015
Typical for 1993 Suzuki Cappuccino71,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL286 NWB
MakeSuzuki
ModelCappuccino
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine657cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2015 78,497 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 78,190 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both inner sills corroded

both outer sills corroded

n/s/r brake pipe greased

o/s/f brake pipe corroded

Fail 12 May 2014 78,190 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both inner sills corroded

both outer sills corroded

n/s/r brake pipe greased

o/s/f brake pipe corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2013 77,633 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 77,633 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 76,625 miles

Brake pipes corroded in places

Fail 2 Nov 2011 76,594 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipes corroded in places

Large hole in floor n/s centre outer

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 73,815 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 73,791 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 72,128 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 67,795 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 67,795 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 67,160 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 65,075 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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L286 NWB is a 1993 Suzuki Cappuccino in Red with a 657cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki Cappuccino models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 71,937 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 L286 NWB, 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 33 years old, this Suzuki Cappuccino is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L286 NWB registered?

L286 NWB is a 1993 Suzuki Cappuccino, first registered on 26 November 1993.

Is L286 NWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L286 NWB shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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