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OUI 9042

1983 Suzuki SJ410

Green Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,327 mi
Last recorded67,327 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1983 Suzuki SJ41056,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 9042
MakeSuzuki
ModelSJ410
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 67,327 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 66,824 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 66,570 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 66,041 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front both headlamp aims dull

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear sidelights/brake lights and indicators mounted on a trailer board

Fail 3 Aug 2022 66,040 miles

Fuel hose damaged being fouled by rear leaf spring shackle (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting also close to seat and seat belt mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front both headlamp aims dull

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear sidelights/brake lights and indicators mounted on a trailer board

Pass 16 Mar 2021 65,950 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

both rear light units slight earth faults

bulk head brace bar repaired/ modified

floors and lower sill panels starting to rust

front and rear suspension springs starting to rust and mounting bushes starting to crack/ perish

front exhaust starting to rust and centre exhaust slight leak

front windscreen and wipers/ washers not fitted

fuel filler neck hose slightly kinked and close to rear suspension mounting

head lamp beam patterns slightly weak

metal brake pipes and unions starting to rust

modified vehicle

offside front seat belt starting to fur

offside rear brake slight binding

rear prop shaft rear u.j slight movement

slight oil leak

steering box slightly damp and slight movement

steering column located close to chassis/ engine mounting

steering column to steering box and u.j slight movement

transfer box slightly damp

Fail 16 Mar 2021 65,944 miles

Steering column attachment defective to the extent that there is a serious risk of detachment steering column lower u.j to steering box shaft (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

both rear light units slight earth faults

bulk head brace bar repaired/ modified

floors and lower sill panels starting to rust

front and rear suspension springs starting to rust and mounting bushes starting to crack/ perish

front exhaust starting to rust and centre exhaust slight leak

front windscreen and wipers/ washers not fitted

fuel filler neck hose slightly kinked and close to rear suspension mounting

head lamp beam patterns slightly weak

metal brake pipes and unions starting to rust

modified vehicle

offside front seat belt starting to fur

offside rear brake slight binding

rear prop shaft rear u.j slight movement

slight oil leak

steering box slightly damp and slight movement

steering column located close to chassis/ engine mounting

steering column to steering box and u.j slight movement

transfer box slightly damp

Pass 3 Jul 2019 65,737 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 65,428 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 65,425 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Fuel hose leaking under bonnet (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2017 65,020 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 64,745 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 64,565 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 64,101 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2014 64,064 miles

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 64,042 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 63,526 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 63,112 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 62,572 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 62,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 May 2007 61,718 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 61,718 miles

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

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

Offside Seat belt flexible stalk cable has broken strands (5.2.4b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki SJ410?

Based on 16,216 MOT tests across 3,016 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
980
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
3,016
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,313
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,135
fog lamp not working 766
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 523
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 518
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OUI 9042 is a 1983 Suzuki SJ410 in Green with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki SJ410 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 56,604 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki SJ410 fails its MOT is body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 1,313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OUI 9042, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SJ410 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Suzuki SJ410 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OUI 9042 registered?

OUI 9042 is a 1983 Suzuki SJ410, first registered on 10 February 1983.

Is OUI 9042 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 9042 shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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