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M290 JBD

1995 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

135,649 mi
Last recorded135,649 miles
Recorded on7 May 2010
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Vitara84,830 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM290 JBD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2010 135,649 miles

front number plate

general corrosion

Fail 26 Apr 2010 135,645 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

front number plate

general corrosion

Pass 18 Jul 2008 135,314 miles

general corrosion

Fail 17 Jul 2008 135,314 miles

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

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

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

general corrosion

Fail 14 May 2007 131,160 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

general corrosion

Pass 14 May 2007 131,160 miles

general corrosion

Pass 24 Apr 2006 126,144 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 126,144 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front number plate

general corrosion

oil leak

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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M290 JBD is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 M290 JBD, 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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What year was M290 JBD registered?

M290 JBD is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 25 April 1995.

Is M290 JBD safe to buy?

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