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E189 WKW

1988 Suzuki Unknown

Blue Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,583 mi
Last recorded30,583 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Unknown18,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE189 WKW
MakeSuzuki
ModelUnknown
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 30,583 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2022 30,052 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2021 29,503 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2020

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2018

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

only used in daylight hours not used in times of serious reduced visibility

How Reliable is the Suzuki Unknown?

Based on 11,032 MOT tests across 5,181 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
283
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
5,181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
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E189 WKW is a 1988 Suzuki Unknown in Blue with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 18,972 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E189 WKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E189 WKW registered?

E189 WKW is a 1988 Suzuki Unknown, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is E189 WKW safe to buy?

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