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05SO1217

2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,467 mi
Last recorded133,467 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara64,919 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration05SO1217
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2017 133,467 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 131,209 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Based on 1,025,634 MOT tests across 67,699 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,400
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
67,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23,442
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,487
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,776
position lamp(s) not working 14,500
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,293
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05SO1217 is a 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 64,919 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Grand Vitara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23,442 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 05SO1217, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 05SO1217 registered?

05SO1217 is a 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 1 January 2005.

Is 05SO1217 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 05SO1217 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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