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N109 JCA

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

114,338 mi
Last recorded114,338 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN109 JCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2014 114,338 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 114,338 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Drivers door catches wing panel when opening and closing

Pass 29 Jul 2013 106,589 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 19 Jul 2013 106,580 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2010 97,180 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 92,893 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 86,601 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 81,495 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 81,495 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 28 Sep 2006 77,542 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 77,542 miles

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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N109 JCA is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 84,460 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N109 JCA, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N109 JCA registered?

N109 JCA is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N109 JCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N109 JCA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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