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N576 KVF

1996 Suzuki Vitara

Turquoise Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

136,095 mi
Last recorded136,095 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Vitara84,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN576 KVF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2012 136,095 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

corrosion to nearside outer sill and wheel arch

Fail 30 Apr 2012 136,052 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

corrosion to nearside outer sill and wheel arch

Pass 9 May 2011 129,807 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 129,749 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 122,080 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 122,080 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 118,202 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 114,674 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 106,870 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 98,032 miles

o/s front tyre edge worn

Fail 28 Apr 2006 97,643 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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N576 KVF is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara in Turquoise with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 N576 KVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N576 KVF registered?

N576 KVF is a 1996 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 5 July 1996.

Is N576 KVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N576 KVF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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