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N524 OHV

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

110,626 mi
Last recorded110,626 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN524 OHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 110,626 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 100,533 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 94,952 miles

Oil leak

surface rust on rear offside outer sill.

Pass 15 Apr 2014 91,967 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

gearoil slight leak

Pass 9 Apr 2013 89,061 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 9 Apr 2013 89,060 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 86,030 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

gearbox oil leak

unable to see outer sill due to covering by side skirts

Fail 27 Mar 2012 86,027 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

gearbox oil leak

unable to see outer sill due to covering by side skirts

Pass 4 Apr 2011 83,255 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 83,255 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

tyre nearside and offside fronts wearing inner edge

Fail 7 Apr 2010 80,612 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2010 80,612 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2009 78,726 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2008 77,285 miles

advise on nearside remaining swept area windscreen marked

nearside front tyre wearing on inner treads

oil leaks underneath

slight seepage from power steering pump area

Fail 8 Apr 2008 77,285 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

advise on nearside remaining swept area windscreen marked

nearside front tyre wearing on inner treads

oil leaks underneath

slight seepage from power steering pump area

Fail 18 Apr 2007 76,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 76,058 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 733,242 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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N524 OHV is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N524 OHV, 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 N524 OHV registered?

N524 OHV is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 5 January 1996.

Is N524 OHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N524 OHV shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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