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Suzuki Cappuccino

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 657 cc

L87 KWGMOT history

L87 KWG is a red petrol Suzuki Cappuccino first used on 3 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 84,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2026
Mileage
84,985 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L87 KWG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Cappuccino
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
657 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
3 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L87 KWG was last recorded at 84,985 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 2,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Aug 2015: 63,410 miles, lower than 84,446 miles on 20 May 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
82,692 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,293 miles
Average per year
2,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,985 miles
  • 2025 – 82,692 miles
  • 2024 – 79,663 miles
  • 2023 – 78,439 miles
  • 2022 – 73,018 miles
  • 2021 – 68,542 miles
  • 2018 – 68,214 miles
  • 2017 – 67,184 miles
  • 2016 – 65,287 miles
  • 2015 – 63,410 miles
  • 2014 – 84,446 miles
  • 2013 – 55,031 miles
  • 2012 – 52,317 miles
  • 2011 – 50,665 miles
  • 2010 – 49,241 miles
  • 2009 – 43,949 miles
  • 2008 – 39,613 miles
  • 2006 – 38,135 miles
  • 2005 – 37,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail84,985 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to the under body
  • AdvisoryAll four tyres showing signs of age
  • AdvisoryBoth head lamp lenses slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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, 2011–2016

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • General corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail84,985 miles (+2,293)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,985 miles
    Test number
    964770149531
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to the under body
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres showing signs of age
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamp lenses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass82,692 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    82,692 miles
    Test number
    745949662857
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  3. Fail82,692 miles (+3,029)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,692 miles
    Test number
    829247310015
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  4. Pass79,663 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    79,663 miles
    Test number
    946251125919
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail79,663 miles (+1,224)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,663 miles
    Test number
    372501010146
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass78,439 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    78,439 miles
    Test number
    145146379363
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral vehicle corrosion

  7. Fail78,425 miles (+5,407)1 dangerous8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,425 miles
    Test number
    460322612349
    • DangerousRear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFloor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass73,018 miles (+4,476)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    73,018 miles
    Test number
    142718657562
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Multiple oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,542 miles (+328)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    68,542 miles
    Test number
    377383908264
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,214 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,214 miles
    Test number
    574008652014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,211 miles (+1,027)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,211 miles
    Test number
    456203400079
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass67,184 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    67,184 miles
    Test number
    431963766481
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear differential
    • AdvisoryOil leak underneath engine area

  13. Fail67,181 miles (+1,894)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,181 miles
    Test number
    343008343185
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear differential
    • AdvisoryOil leak underneath engine area

  14. Pass65,287 miles (+49)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,287 miles
    Test number
    944502148832
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox area
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear axle area
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play steering column UJ (2.1.5)

  15. Fail65,238 miles (+1,828)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,238 miles
    Test number
    933467874582
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox area
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear axle area
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play steering column UJ (2.1.5)

  16. Pass63,410 miles (-21,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,410 miles
    Test number
    903400161444
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low effort (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryWiper blade condition

  17. Pass84,446 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    84,446 miles
    Test number
    256250944197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail84,073 miles (+29,042)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,073 miles
    Test number
    956229134197
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass55,031 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,031 miles
    Test number
    948361633159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,023 miles (+2,706)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,023 miles
    Test number
    625580133195
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  21. Pass52,317 miles (+1,652)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    52,317 miles
    Test number
    176032232152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,665 miles (+1,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,665 miles
    Test number
    508178091007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass49,241 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,241 miles
    Test number
    782405300119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,227 miles (+5,278)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,227 miles
    Test number
    812706290023
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  25. Pass43,949 miles (+4,336)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,949 miles
    Test number
    190254389027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    39,613 miles
    Test number
    134583438463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail39,613 miles (+1,478)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,613 miles
    Test number
    370523938077
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Fail38,135 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,135 miles
    Test number
    542162726324
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  29. Pass38,135 miles (+943)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,135 miles
    Test number
    932102226300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    37,192 miles
    Test number
    403602925436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L87 KWG

Does L87 KWG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L87 KWG expired on 27 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L87 KWG?
The MOT on L87 KWG expired on 27 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L87 KWG done?
L87 KWG was recorded at 84,985 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 2,310 miles a year.
Has L87 KWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L87 KWG has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L87 KWG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L87 KWG find?
L87 KWG failed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 2 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under body; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength underbody; age related corrosion to the under body, and 5 more.

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