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N419 PTX

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Turquoise Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

122,873 mi
Last recorded122,873 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN419 PTX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2014 122,873 miles

battery loose but not insecure

brakes tested by tapley meter

o/s/f chassis rail corroding

o/s/r wheel bearing has very slight play

Pass 22 Jan 2011 104,549 miles

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

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

limited reserve travel on parkbrake

Fail 22 Jan 2011 104,549 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

limited reserve travel on parkbrake

Pass 14 Jan 2010 102,032 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 102,032 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Battery insecure

uneven tyre wear on front suggest track inspection

Pass 19 Sep 2008 96,657 miles

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)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 90,415 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 84,419 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 84,419 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 77,654 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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N419 PTX is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Turquoise with a 1,998cc 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 N419 PTX, 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 N419 PTX registered?

N419 PTX is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N419 PTX safe to buy?

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