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N118 OUF

1996 Suzuki Vitara

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

91,012 mi
Last recorded91,012 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN118 OUF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Fail 2 Feb 2016 91,012 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front too rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lens broken (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Corrosion front inner wing / wheel arches but not failable areas

Drive belts badly cracking

Fuel filter and pipes bad corrosion

Sill skirts fitted , cannot inspect outer sills

Underbody very dry and bad surcface corrosion to most areas and components

Pass 4 Jul 2014 89,072 miles

Front o/s & n/s inner wings corroded but not failable area

Sill skirts fitted , cannot inspect outer sills

Tail gate hinges seized

Unable to slide passengers seat forward

Underbody very dry and bad surface corrosion to some areas and components

Fail 3 Jul 2014 89,072 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front o/s & n/s inner wings corroded but not failable area

Sill skirts fitted , cannot inspect outer sills

Tail gate hinges seized

Unable to slide passengers seat forward

Underbody very dry and bad surface corrosion to some areas and components

Pass 30 Aug 2012 86,364 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 86,071 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 82,876 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 82,876 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 79,421 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 77,490 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 77,490 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 74,664 miles

n/s front brake disc is pitted on the inside

oil leak from differential

steering wheel is misaligned advise rectify

suspect engine cooling fan problem ,no antifreeze in system advise investigate

Pass 23 May 2007 71,115 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 71,115 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

handbrake needs adjusting

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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N118 OUF is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 N118 OUF, 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 N118 OUF registered?

N118 OUF is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 March 1996.

Is N118 OUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N118 OUF shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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