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L229 NMX

1994 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,515 mi
Last recorded8,515 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 1994 Suzuki Vitara73,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL229 NMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2018 8,515 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Floor insecure body mounts (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2017 7,389 miles

body rust

front pads low

wipers in poor condition

Pass 22 Nov 2016 6,200 miles

oil leak

under body rust

Pass 6 Nov 2015 4,832 miles

oil leak

under body rust

wet test

Pass 21 Nov 2014 3,850 miles

Both headlamps, poor pattern - moisture contamination.

Pass 3 Dec 2013 3,019 miles

wear front disc

Pass 4 Dec 2012 1,762 miles

cv boots perishing

front to rear brake pipes rusty

wear front disc

Pass 28 Nov 2011 172 miles

steering box weeping

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 98,769 miles

damage o/s/r light

dampness around steering box

oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2009 97,321 miles

oil leaks

wear front disc

Pass 17 Nov 2008 96,023 miles

dampness around steering box

wear front disc

Pass 20 Nov 2007 94,578 miles

dampness around box

wear front disc

Fail 19 Nov 2007 94,578 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

dampness around box

wear front disc

Pass 1 Dec 2006 91,918 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 91,918 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Vitara?

Based on 810,456 MOT tests across 108,223 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,330
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108,223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,457
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,446
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,368
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 22,812
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,882
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L229 NMX is a 1994 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 73,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Vitara fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L229 NMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 32 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L229 NMX registered?

L229 NMX is a 1994 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 7 May 1994.

Is L229 NMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L229 NMX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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