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N258 CMT

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,577 mi
Last recorded46,577 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN258 CMT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 46,577 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 45,100 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 39,200 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 38,748 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre worn around edge

Pass 16 Apr 2020 38,334 miles

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 7 May 2019 38,218 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 37,968 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2017 37,723 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded leading to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 May 2016 37,459 miles

slight diff oil leak

Pass 8 May 2015 36,409 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 34,921 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 33,545 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2012 31,590 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 30,481 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2011 30,481 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 29,152 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 27,719 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 May 2009 27,719 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 25,522 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 23,262 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 21,009 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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N258 CMT is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N258 CMT, 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 N258 CMT registered?

N258 CMT is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 18 June 1996.

Is N258 CMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N258 CMT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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