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L312 JKO

1994 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2013
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

986 mi
Last recorded986 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 1994 Suzuki Vitara73,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL312 JKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2012 986 miles

Oil leak

both front flexi-hoses cracking

Fail 22 Mar 2012 978 miles

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

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 Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both front flexi-hoses cracking

Pass 15 Mar 2011 97,684 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 97,684 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2010 95,563 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 86,402 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 86,402 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 82,557 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 82,557 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 72,786 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 72,658 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2006 72,531 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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L312 JKO is a 1994 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 L312 JKO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L312 JKO registered?

L312 JKO is a 1994 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 5 March 1994.

Is L312 JKO safe to buy?

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