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N488 LDG

1995 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

157,598 mi
Last recorded157,598 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Vitara84,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN488 LDG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 157,598 miles

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

brake pedal rubber worn. rear silencer corroded.

Pass 28 Jun 2016 151,657 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2016 151,656 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings all (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 146,585 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

presenter adviced component corrosion

Pass 23 Jun 2015 146,585 miles

presenter adviced component corrosion

Pass 11 Jul 2014 141,766 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 141,766 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 133,428 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

presenter adviced

Pass 26 Jun 2012 127,012 miles

presenter adviced

Fail 26 Jun 2012 127,012 miles

Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

presenter adviced

Pass 24 Jun 2011 118,060 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

presenter adviced

Fail 24 Jun 2011 118,060 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

presenter adviced

Fail 13 Jul 2010 108,921 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 108,921 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 97,446 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 84,795 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 74,453 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 63,349 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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N488 LDG is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 84,830 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 N488 LDG, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N488 LDG is a 1995 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 August 1995.

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