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N116 REC

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,749 mi
Last recorded141,749 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2008
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN116 REC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2008 141,749 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Noted Brake pipes have black substance on pipes not able to view

Pass 3 Dec 2007 132,034 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust silencer outer skin corroded.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Plastic bodysill c overs fitted.

Pass 6 Dec 2006 127,652 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Outer skin on exhaust silencer corroded.

Plastic body sill covers fitted.

Fail 6 Dec 2006 127,652 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Outer skin on exhaust silencer corroded.

Plastic body sill covers fitted.

Pass 10 Dec 2005 122,925 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 122,925 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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N116 REC is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 N116 REC, 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 N116 REC registered?

N116 REC is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 12 February 1996.

Is N116 REC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N116 REC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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