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1987 Suzuki 0.6L Petrol · E172 KGM

E172 KGM

1987 Suzuki (0.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1987. Recorded mileage 44,981 miles. MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
SUZUKI
Year / Origin
1987 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 10 Dec 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
44,981 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.6L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 10 Dec 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1987
Engine
600cc
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E172 KGM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2025
  • 44,981 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

E172 KGM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Nov 2026, 07:03
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Suzuki Unknown (E172 KGM) between April 2023 and December 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 11 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))”; “Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

E172 KGM Mileage History

  1. 17/04/202340,608 mi
  2. 20/04/202340,608 mi
  3. 12/04/202443,164 km
  4. 04/12/202544,961 mi
  5. 11/12/202544,981 mi+20 mi

Average of roughly 1,648 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

Valid MOT
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (60%)
2 dangerous defects found recently
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