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F383 VSJ

1988 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,318 mi
Last recorded7,318 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2006
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai64,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF383 VSJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSj 413V Jx Samurai
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2006 7,318 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 7,318 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

propshaft defective

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai?

Based on 383 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
1,749
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 28
position lamp(s) not working 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
fog lamp not working 16
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F383 VSJ is a 1988 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 64,304 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 Sj 413V Jx Samurai fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F383 VSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F383 VSJ?

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What year was F383 VSJ registered?

F383 VSJ is a 1988 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai, first registered on 7 October 1988.

Is F383 VSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F383 VSJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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