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N431 YKP

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,918 mi
Last recorded71,918 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2012
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN431 YKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2012 71,918 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 69,292 miles

both wiper blades slightly split/deteriorated

lift in both front lower ball joints

luggage area loaded when presented for test

Fail 8 Apr 2011 69,295 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both wiper blades slightly split/deteriorated

lift in both front lower ball joints

luggage area loaded when presented for test

Pass 18 Mar 2010 67,307 miles

brake pipes and fuel pipes all show some rusting

Pass 30 Mar 2009 63,875 miles

metal brake pipes on rear axle show some corrossion

park brake lever nearing end of travel

Pass 8 Apr 2008 60,355 miles

fuel filter, above rear axle in poor condition, very rusty

metal brake pipes on rear axle show some rusting

slight lift in both front lower ball joints

Pass 18 Apr 2007 57,095 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 57,095 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 54,612 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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N431 YKP is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N431 YKP, 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 N431 YKP registered?

N431 YKP is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 20 February 1996.

Is N431 YKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N431 YKP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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