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M357 EGF

1995 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,406 mi
Last recorded148,406 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Vitara84,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM357 EGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 148,406 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH N/S & O/S FRONT TO BACK (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 147,699 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH N/S & O/S FRONT TO BACK (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 146,052 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 143,915 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 142,415 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front steering box slight play

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front wing mirror marked

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 15 Apr 2019 142,411 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill x2 plus outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front steering box slight play

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front wing mirror marked

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 140,725 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 136,220 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2017 136,220 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 127,421 miles

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

both front tyres slight cracking

Pass 3 Feb 2015 119,833 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 113,526 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 104,190 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 90,001 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 84,431 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 80,729 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 80,729 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 77,148 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 73,300 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 69,000 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 64,858 miles

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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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M357 EGF is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M357 EGF, 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 M357 EGF registered?

M357 EGF is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M357 EGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M357 EGF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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