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Suzuki Cappuccino

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 657 cc

L73 KBWMOT history

L73 KBW is a silver petrol Suzuki Cappuccino first used on 1 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,827 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L73 KBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Cappuccino
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
657 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L73 KBW was last recorded at 87,827 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 3,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,361 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,466 miles
Average per year
1,785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,827 miles
  • 2025 – 84,361 miles
  • 2024 – 81,645 miles
  • 2023 – 81,642 miles
  • 2019 – 81,460 miles
  • 2018 – 81,457 miles
  • 2016 – 81,076 miles
  • 2015 – 81,026 miles
  • 2014 – 72,553 miles
  • 2013 – 67,596 miles
  • 2012 – 64,215 miles
  • 2011 – 62,960 miles
  • 2010 – 61,367 miles
  • 2009 – 60,240 miles
  • 2008 – 58,636 miles
  • 2007 – 56,865 miles
  • 2006 – 51,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,827 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody and covered in underseal
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,827 miles (+3,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,827 miles
    Test number
    412718399703
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody and covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,361 miles (+2,716)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    84,361 miles
    Test number
    634546395306
    • AdvisoryUnderseal on underside of car

  3. Pass81,645 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    81,645 miles
    Test number
    977253870651
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryWhole underbody coated in underseal

  4. Fail81,642 miles (+182)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,642 miles
    Test number
    579060007664
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  5. Pass81,460 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,460 miles
    Test number
    341039058258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,457 miles (+381)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,457 miles
    Test number
    771251650989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,076 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    81,076 miles
    Test number
    323160634457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail81,067 miles (+41)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,067 miles
    Test number
    650001221317
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber weak.
    • AdvisorySurface rust on rear inner wheel arches to inner floor area.

  9. Fail81,026 miles (+8,473)1 dangerous1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,026 miles
    Test number
    552274821817
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer hanger broken off
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to floor in various places
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to nearside and offside sill / rear wheel arches
    • AdvisoryUnder side fuel pipes in a corroded condition

  10. Pass72,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,553 miles
    Test number
    718503424242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail72,553 miles (+4,957)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,553 miles
    Test number
    275710924270
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  12. Pass67,596 miles (+3,381)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,596 miles
    Test number
    788366223216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s and o/s sills underside has slight corrosion

  13. Fail64,215 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,215 miles
    Test number
    317017972104
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre brake light some leds out
    • NoteO/s/r underside fuel pipe slightly corroded

  14. Pass64,215 miles (+1,255)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,215 miles
    Test number
    436697872118
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre brake light some leds out
    • NoteO/s/r underside fuel pipe slightly corroded

  15. Pass62,960 miles (+1,593)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    62,960 miles
    Test number
    228952391104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s sill centre section slightly corroded
    • NoteO/s/r fuel pipe corroded

  16. Pass61,367 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    61,367 miles
    Test number
    220290280177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Fail61,340 miles (+1,100)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,340 miles
    Test number
    390176770141
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass60,240 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,240 miles
    Test number
    644716379133
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGeneral body has surface corrosion
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail60,238 miles (+1,602)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,238 miles
    Test number
    521935979141
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGeneral body has surface corrosion
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass58,636 miles (+1,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,636 miles
    Test number
    211296288441
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass56,865 miles (+4,952)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    56,865 miles
    Test number
    953434897138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    51,913 miles
    Test number
    564547276167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about L73 KBW

Does L73 KBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L73 KBW is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L73 KBW?
The MOT on L73 KBW is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L73 KBW done?
L73 KBW was recorded at 87,827 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 1,785 miles a year.
Has L73 KBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L73 KBW has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L73 KBW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L73 KBW find?
L73 KBW passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: general corrosion underbody and covered in underseal; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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