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N233 OTG

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,885 mi
Last recorded54,885 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN233 OTG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2013 54,885 miles

corrosion to brake pipes

dampness to n/s/r shock absorber

rear bumper missing

welding repairs to o/s outer sill

Pass 8 Feb 2012 47,206 miles

unable to check nearside & offside outer sills as sill gaurds fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2011 44,937 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 43,470 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake pads more than 50% worn

Pass 20 Jan 2009 42,273 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 39,445 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 38,297 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 38,297 miles

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 37,015 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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N233 OTG is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N233 OTG, 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

How do I check the history of N233 OTG?

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What year was N233 OTG registered?

N233 OTG is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N233 OTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N233 OTG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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