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Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td reliable? We analysed 656 real MOT tests across 178 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 656 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
68.1%
Typical Mileage
136,302mi
Annual Mileage
6,143mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td.

Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,398 mi/yr
Typical
6,143 mi/yr
Average
6,583 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,101 mi/yr

Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
136,302 mi
75th Percentile
160,396 mi
95th Percentile
203,285 mi
Max Recorded
269,944 mi

How Does the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td THIS CAR 68.1% 656 136,302 mi — yrs
Suzuki Swift 76.1% 2,247,517 51,601 mi 31 yrs
Suzuki Alto 74% 1,154,186 41,167 mi 28 yrs
Suzuki Grand Vitara 76.2% 1,025,634 67,542 mi 28 yrs
Bsa M20 91.6% 1,311 7,489 mi 58 yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td?

The Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.1% across 656 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td owner drives around 6,143 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td reliable?
Based on 656 MOT tests, the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td has a 68.1% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td do per year?
The typical Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td does around 6,143 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Td?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.