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40 DAD

2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,491 mi
Last recorded63,491 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara62,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration40 DAD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 63,491 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 60,367 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sids (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under sell all underneath

Fail 12 May 2025 60,367 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sids (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under sell all underneath

Pass 2 May 2024 59,189 miles

Front Front and rear component corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer tyre tread worn

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner and outer tread worn

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tow bar Electric Socket bracket corroded

Pass 10 May 2023 57,785 miles

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded Under vehicle ()

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Front components have surface rust

Nearside Front Outer tyre tread slighty worn

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Fail 9 May 2023 57,785 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded Under vehicle ()

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Front components have surface rust

Nearside Front Outer tyre tread slighty worn

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 May 2022 54,116 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 49,862 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 49,862 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2020 48,483 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 45,809 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 45,809 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 43,115 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 40,386 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2016 37,543 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 34,245 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 29,620 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 29,620 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 May 2013 24,617 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 18,448 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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40 DAD is a 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 62,009 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 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 40 DAD, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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40 DAD is a 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 26 May 2009.

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