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N255 AOE

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

109,221 mi
Last recorded109,221 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN255 AOE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 109,221 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 109,211 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 107,263 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2015 107,204 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2014 105,027 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 105,027 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 102,431 miles

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

rear brake pipes under sealed'

Fail 21 Jun 2013 102,431 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

rear brake pipes under sealed'

Pass 22 Jun 2012 98,096 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 98,067 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 93,483 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 90,175 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 87,427 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 83,311 miles

inner sills and brake pipes to rear rusting ( may require attention soon)

Fail 24 Jun 2008 83,311 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

inner sills and brake pipes to rear rusting ( may require attention soon)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 78,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jun 2006 73,139 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 73,139 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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N255 AOE is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N255 AOE, 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 N255 AOE registered?

N255 AOE is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N255 AOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N255 AOE shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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