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N393 PYE

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

95,360 mi
Last recorded95,360 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN393 PYE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 95,360 miles

Both inner and outer sill's corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 93,263 miles

All fuel pipes have corrosion

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oli leak

Fail 7 Jun 2022 93,263 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front and rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

All fuel pipes have corrosion

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oli leak

Pass 7 Jun 2021 90,590 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))

Slight blow at front section of exhaust

Slight corrasion to rear fuel pipes

Slight oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2020 86,748 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust blow at CAT

fuel pipes slight corrasion

Pass 5 Jun 2019 83,975 miles

fuel pipes slightly rusty

nearside and offside rear bumper loose

offside front brake pipe slightly rusty

offside rear inner arch holed

rear brake pipes rusty

slight exhaust blow from centre

Pass 7 Jun 2018 81,187 miles

fuel pipes corroded

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2017 78,312 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 75,624 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 73,362 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2014 70,997 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 68,465 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 65,498 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 63,229 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 60,207 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 60,207 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 56,165 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 53,068 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 49,305 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 46,689 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 43,826 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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N393 PYE is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol 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 N393 PYE, 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 N393 PYE registered?

N393 PYE is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N393 PYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N393 PYE 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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