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N363 THO

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,038 mi
Last recorded127,038 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN363 THO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 127,038 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2016 127,028 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 124,742 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 124,738 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 124,627 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear exhaust repaired

Pass 15 Sep 2011 115,433 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 113,526 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2008 111,059 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 111,059 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 101,838 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 101,838 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering pump insecure (2.3.6)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Feb 2006

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

washer pipes leaking at bonnet join

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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N363 THO is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 N363 THO, 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 N363 THO registered?

N363 THO is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 June 1996.

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