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M118 BBK

1995 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,158 mi
Last recorded154,158 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Vitara84,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM118 BBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 154,158 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at the compensator valve (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both pipes across rear axle left to right (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front engine mount area is corroded but not excessively

o/s outer sill appears to be corroded but can not be full assessed due to sill covers fitted

Fail 3 Sep 2015 154,158 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill with in (5.2.6)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at the compensator valve (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both pipes across rear axle left to right (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 93,559 miles

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

DRIVERS DOOR INSIDE HANDLE POOR OPPERATION

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Aug 2014 93,558 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged 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)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 88,430 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 82,970 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 77,103 miles

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

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

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 68,960 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 59,897 miles

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corrossion detected at both sides closing panels not considered to be excessive

trims fitted to vehicle not allowing full inspection of both sides outer body sills

Pass 5 Jun 2008 51,021 miles

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

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

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

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

front to rear brake pipes corroding

Pass 1 May 2007 42,768 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 39,732 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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M118 BBK is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 84,830 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 M118 BBK, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M118 BBK is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 23 May 1995.

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