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N251 XVJ

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Turquoise Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,563 mi
Last recorded139,563 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2008
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN251 XVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2008 139,563 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 133,220 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 133,220 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 128,152 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 122,372 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 122,346 miles

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

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

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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N251 XVJ is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Turquoise with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N251 XVJ, 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 N251 XVJ?

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What year was N251 XVJ registered?

N251 XVJ is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is N251 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N251 XVJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N251 XVJ have outstanding finance?

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