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N181 TPL

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

121,728 mi
Last recorded121,728 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN181 TPL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 121,728 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 118,311 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2024 118,206 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier held in place with cable ties (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing 255/60r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 110,782 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust center section clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes corroded across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes corroded near rear axle load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear parking performance and lever movement requires service/ adjustment

fuel pipes corroded near fuel tank

Pass 14 Oct 2022 105,814 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 105,518 miles

offside lower windscreen chipped/cracking

Pass 30 Sep 2019 105,296 miles

front to rear metal brake pipes are corroded

fuel pipes are corroded

offside front seat belt webbing slightly frayed

Pass 4 Oct 2018 104,982 miles

offside front seat belt becoming frayed

reverse lights not working

slight imbalance in the rear brakes

Fail 1 Oct 2018 104,979 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit (4.11 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

offside front seat belt becoming frayed

reverse lights not working

slight imbalance in the rear brakes

Pass 23 Sep 2017 103,418 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Sep 2017 103,418 miles

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 has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 97,283 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 90,558 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 90,383 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 90,099 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 87,922 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 87,922 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 87,460 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 85,596 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 81,015 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 74,662 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 68,308 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 63,917 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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N181 TPL is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 N181 TPL, 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 N181 TPL registered?

N181 TPL is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 March 1996.

Is N181 TPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N181 TPL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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