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N471 BNH

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

75,362 mi
Last recorded75,362 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN471 BNH
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 75,362 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 74,793 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 74,531 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 73,512 miles

Reversing lamps inoperative.

Pass 7 Jan 2022 73,076 miles

Reverse lamps inoperative..

Fail 9 Nov 2021 73,076 miles

Brake performance not tested Brake pad missing from o/s/f brake.. (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested Exhaust system has an excessive leak/blow.. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases System corroded.. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Brake servo corroding..

Front and rear coil springs corroding..

Front and rear shock absorbers outer casings corroding.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Reverse lamps inoperative..

Pass 16 Jul 2019 72,424 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Reverse Lights Inoperative

Pass 20 Apr 2018 72,347 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 72,261 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 72,261 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 72,132 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 72,132 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 70,639 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 70,082 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 70,082 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 69,734 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 691,480 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 69,480 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 28 May 2010 68,537 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 May 2010 68,537 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 67,437 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 64,240 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 64,236 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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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N471 BNH is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 N471 BNH, 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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N471 BNH is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N471 BNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N471 BNH shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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