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N247 DYA

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Turquoise Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

155,627 mi
Last recorded155,627 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN247 DYA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2014 155,627 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 154,879 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

brake pedal has slight travel

Fail 6 Mar 2013 154,879 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear fuel pipes corrodide.

Pass 16 Feb 2012 151,946 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 146,681 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 139,291 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 132,438 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 123,808 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 115,176 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 105,550 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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N247 DYA is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Turquoise with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N247 DYA, 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 N247 DYA registered?

N247 DYA is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 15 February 1996.

Is N247 DYA safe to buy?

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