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J931 HSL

1991 Suzuki Samurai

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,586 mi
Last recorded39,586 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Samurai97,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ931 HSL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSamurai
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 39,586 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 38,527 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 36,048 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 32,751 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 32,656 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 32,531 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 32,353 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 32,121 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 30,038 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Samurai?

Based on 735 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,412
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 65
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
parking brake recording little or no effort 27
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 27
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J931 HSL is a 1991 Suzuki Samurai in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki Samurai models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 97,318 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Samurai fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J931 HSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Samurai typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Suzuki Samurai is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J931 HSL registered?

J931 HSL is a 1991 Suzuki Samurai, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J931 HSL safe to buy?

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