Suzuki Sj413 (1990)
1990 Suzuki Sj413
CarHunch analysed 644 real MOT records for the 1990 Suzuki Sj413. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1990 SJ413 is a genuinely troublesome prospect: it passes its MOT on first attempt just 67% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, and over one in five examples have been flagged for dangerous defects—a serious red flag for structural or safety failures. This is an unreliable vehicle by any measure, and buyers should expect repeated test failures and repair bills.
These SJ413s are now 34 years old and typically showing around 75,000 miles, which is quite low for their age and suggests many have been cherished or stored—yet they still fail regularly, averaging nearly two failures and 5.7 minor advisories per test. Before buying one, arrange a pre-purchase inspection focused on the chassis, brakes, and steering, as the failure pattern suggests endemic structural wear rather than isolated issues.
What to check before buying a 1990 Suzuki Sj413
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 21.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 625 | 66.8% | 1.9 |
| Diesel (3%) | 18 | 67.8% | 2.11 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 83.3% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1990 Suzuki Sj413 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1990 Suzuki Sj413 vehicles fall between 57,874 and 90,423 miles.
1990 Suzuki Sj413 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 26 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (30% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1990 Suzuki Sj413
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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42.5%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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22.8%
Oil leak
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22.1%
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel
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20.7%
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive
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17.1%
Fuel pipe/s corroded
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16.8%
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
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14.9%
Offside Rear fog lamp not working
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14.5%
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1990. Counts include advisories and failures.
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