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N174 DVM

1995 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

118,151 mi
Last recorded118,151 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2021
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Vitara84,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN174 DVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2021 118,151 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Both Rear ()

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

multiple welding repairs covered in under seal

Pass 9 Sep 2019 116,419 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both front (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not fitted at time of test

Nearside Rear Slight corrosion and repair covered in underseal

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 114,301 miles

nearside and offside rear body mounts corroding

Pass 14 Aug 2017 112,290 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 109,965 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 106,722 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 103,105 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 103,105 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 99,636 miles

both front brake hoses perishing

Pass 30 Jul 2012 95,695 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 91,856 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 87,828 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 83,753 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 78,988 miles

fuel pipes starting to corrode

Pass 5 Jun 2007 742,047 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 15 May 2006 70,602 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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N174 DVM is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 84,830 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 N174 DVM, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N174 DVM is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1995.

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