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M398 TKJ

1995 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

126,414 mi
Last recorded126,414 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Vitara84,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM398 TKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 126,414 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 123,796 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 123,796 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

all tyres poor

fuel pipes very poor

n/s/f wheel bearing slight play

Pass 15 Feb 2012 122,870 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 120,053 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 119,379 miles

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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 109,382 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 109,340 miles

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)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 98,760 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 86,652 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 73,279 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 61,960 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 22 Feb 2006 61,954 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres have side walls perishing

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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M398 TKJ is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 M398 TKJ, 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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M398 TKJ is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 18 May 1995.

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