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N127 UVM

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

74,485 mi
Last recorded74,485 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN127 UVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2011 74,485 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 7 Dec 2010 74,444 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 28,189 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 28,180 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 70,142 miles

front brake ballance 25% limit 25%

Pass 18 May 2007 66,889 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 66,889 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 4 May 2006 6,557 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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N127 UVM is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N127 UVM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N127 UVM registered?

N127 UVM is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 13 June 1996.

Is N127 UVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N127 UVM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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