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Y98 NLE

2001 Suzuki Vitara

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,462 mi
Last recorded74,462 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Vitara71,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY98 NLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 74,462 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 66,605 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 60,073 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 59,158 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Nov 2015 59,158 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2014 54,854 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 43,646 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 41,777 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 40,611 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 39,772 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres starting to crack on areas of sidewalls, advise replacement

Pass 10 Feb 2009 36,590 miles

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

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres cracking on areas of sidewalls, advise replacement

Pass 1 Feb 2008 34,884 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 33,278 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

osf tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 28 Feb 2007 33,278 miles

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

osf tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 22 Feb 2006 29,623 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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Y98 NLE is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y98 NLE, 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 Y98 NLE registered?

Y98 NLE is a 2001 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y98 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y98 NLE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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