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N229 JWR

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Turquoise Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,002 mi
Last recorded6,002 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2010
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN229 JWR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2010 6,002 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

windscreen wipers starting to mark screen

Pass 25 Jun 2009 2,017 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 97,249 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 92,807 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 87,674 miles

o/s rear brake lower reading than n/s

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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N229 JWR is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Turquoise with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N229 JWR, 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 N229 JWR registered?

N229 JWR is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N229 JWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N229 JWR shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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