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N314 BTF

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,792 mi
Last recorded72,792 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN314 BTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2013 72,792 miles

areas of corrosion found not yet within perscribed areas

unable to check outter sills due to sill covers fitted

Fail 26 Jun 2013 72,792 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

areas of corrosion found not yet within perscribed areas

unable to check outter sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2012 72,472 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 72,049 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 71,055 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 71,048 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 69,653 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 66,078 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 66,078 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 59,534 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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N314 BTF is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N314 BTF, 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 N314 BTF registered?

N314 BTF is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 28 March 1996.

Is N314 BTF safe to buy?

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