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N454 OFG

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

105,897 mi
Last recorded105,897 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN454 OFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 105,897 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 105,300 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 25 Oct 2021 104,500 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 104,500 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 103,316 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 102,114 miles

exhaust system corroding

Pass 11 Apr 2018 101,289 miles

last section of tailpipe missing after back box

Pass 20 Apr 2017 99,849 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 98,079 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2016 98,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 97,185 miles

tyres perishing

Pass 17 Apr 2014 95,502 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 95,502 miles

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

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 94,234 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 94,234 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 92,978 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 91,930 miles

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 1 Apr 2010 90,756 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 86,354 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 86,354 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 81,547 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 77,934 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 75,042 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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N454 OFG is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 N454 OFG, 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 N454 OFG registered?

N454 OFG is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N454 OFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N454 OFG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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