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N238 YKN

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,760 mi
Last recorded88,760 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN238 YKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 88,760 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 84,285 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 78,132 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 72,808 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 67,411 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 61,415 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 61,386 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front shock absorbers have neglible damping

Pass 15 Oct 2012 59,975 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 58,098 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 55,126 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 52,901 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 48,013 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 45,283 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 43,383 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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N238 YKN is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 N238 YKN, 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 N238 YKN registered?

N238 YKN is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N238 YKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N238 YKN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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