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N513 VPA

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

104,099 mi
Last recorded104,099 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN513 VPA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 104,099 miles

Underside very muddy

Pass 2 Mar 2020

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 104,090 miles

All pipes etc have been covered

Oversized wheels and tyres have been fitted

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Underside has been painted and treated , the suspension system had been greatly lifted which alters suspension geometry

Pass 28 Feb 2017 104,132 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 103,227 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 101,742 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 26 Oct 2013 99,321 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2013 99,300 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

floors and sills corroded

front brake caliper banjo bolts damp no leaks on pressure

master cylinder/servo damp no leaks under pressure level ok

stone chip in front screen just in limits

Pass 12 Jul 2012 97,078 miles

brake pipes corroded

nail in nearside front tyre

offside rear tyre cracked on tread

Fail 10 Jul 2012 97,063 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake pipes corroded

nail in nearside front tyre

offside rear tyre cracked on tread

Pass 7 Jun 2011 95,232 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 91,991 miles

Front brake pads worn close to minimum limit.

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 88,973 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 84,680 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 80,590 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 77,241 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 77,175 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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N513 VPA is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N513 VPA, 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 N513 VPA registered?

N513 VPA is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 May 1996.

Is N513 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N513 VPA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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