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Y169 OVN

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,783 mi
Last recorded52,783 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY169 OVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 52,783 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 51,097 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 49,375 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 47,843 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 46,136 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 43,772 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 39,954 miles

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

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

rear seatbelts not fully checked rear seats not fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2010 35,681 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 31,939 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 26,237 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 26,237 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 14,404 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 10,412 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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Y169 OVN is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 71,636 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 Y169 OVN, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y169 OVN registered?

Y169 OVN is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y169 OVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y169 OVN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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