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N501 OYV

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,868 mi
Last recorded99,868 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN501 OYV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2013 99,868 miles

front to rear metal brake pipes corroded not to x/s at time of test.

parking brake long travel at time of test.

slight play/lift in n/s/f & o/s/f lower ball joints not to x/s at time of test.

underbody/inner sills corroded not to x/s at time of test.

Fail 3 Aug 2013 99,769 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front to rear metal brake pipes corroded not to x/s at time of test.

n/s/f & o/s/f lower ball joint worn/lift not to x/s at time of test.(3 bolt fixing).

parking brake long travel (adjustment required)

underbody/inner sills corroded not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 10 Aug 2012 92,239 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 87,065 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 80,284 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 74,691 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 68,997 miles

both front brake hoses perished

front and rear brake pipes corroded in places

Pass 13 Aug 2007 61,655 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 57,535 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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N501 OYV is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N501 OYV, 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 N501 OYV registered?

N501 OYV is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 24 January 1996.

Is N501 OYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N501 OYV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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