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N56 SFL

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

69,057 mi
Last recorded69,057 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN56 SFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 69,057 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2016 69,057 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear box (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 65,680 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 65,680 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 61,606 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 61,539 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 56,528 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

offside front tyre deteriorating in tread

Pass 11 Dec 2012 51,298 miles

oil leak

Fail 11 Dec 2012 51,298 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2011 46,727 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 46,693 miles

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

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 46,660 miles

Corrosion to front suspension components

Corrosion to rear suspension components

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

General underbody corrosion

Long handbrake travel

Nearside front tyre starting to perrish

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2007 46,647 miles

Corrosion to front suspension components

Corrosion to rear suspension components

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

General underbody corrosion

Long handbrake travel

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 18 Dec 2007 46,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Corrosion to front suspension components

Corrosion to rear suspension components

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

General underbody corrosion

Long handbrake travel

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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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N56 SFL is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N56 SFL, 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 N56 SFL registered?

N56 SFL is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N56 SFL safe to buy?

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