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N266 CNA

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,375 mi
Last recorded88,375 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2012
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN266 CNA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2012 88,375 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

battery insecure,will soon be part of mot

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 84,051 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

off side front tyre cracks in sidewall ///

Pass 19 Nov 2009 79,326 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

off side front tyre sidewall cracks ///

Pass 9 Dec 2008 75,414 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 75,330 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

O/S FRONT TYRE VERY WORN ON OUTER EDGE.

Pass 7 Dec 2007 70,299 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 70,244 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 62,001 miles

Oil leak

Please note there is holes in both rear sills but vehicles body is fitted to a seperate chassis but it would be adviced to have this repaired

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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N266 CNA is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N266 CNA, 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

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What year was N266 CNA registered?

N266 CNA is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 May 1996.

Is N266 CNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N266 CNA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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