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M438 MPR

1995 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2013
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

124,257 mi
Last recorded124,257 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Vitara84,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM438 MPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2012 124,257 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion to both rear outer sills/wheel arches

main fuel pipe corroded

pl;astic covers fitted to both outer sills

Fail 12 Sep 2012 124,257 miles

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

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

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

corrosion to both rear outer sills/wheel arches

main fuel pipe corroded

pl;astic covers fitted to both outer sills

Pass 23 Sep 2011 116,847 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2011 116,847 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 111,547 miles

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

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

n/s/r wheel arch has had body filler applied over welding

o/s aqnd n/s rear tyres worn to 3mm

o/s rear sill end corroded

o/s/r brake backplate corroded

rear fuel pipes corroded

slight leak at front pipe joint on exhaust

Fail 28 Oct 2010 111,547 miles

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

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

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

n/s/r wheel arch has had body filler applied over welding

o/s aqnd n/s rear tyres worn to 3mm

o/s rear sill end corroded

o/s/r brake backplate corroded

rear fuel pipes corroded

slight leak at front pipe joint on exhaust

Pass 23 Oct 2009 107,454 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Outer sills covered by trims.

Slight corrosion just out side nearside rear seat belt mounting prescribed area - wheel arch.

Fail 22 Oct 2009 107,454 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Outer sills covered by trims.

Slight corrosion just out side nearside rear seat belt mounting prescribed area - wheel arch.

Pass 8 Oct 2008 101,322 miles

Advise all pipes underneath have surface rust on. Brake discs rusty.

Fail 29 Sep 2008 101,322 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Advise all pipes underneath have surface rust on. Brake discs rusty.

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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M438 MPR is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 M438 MPR, 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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M438 MPR is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 13 June 1995.

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