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AF05 FUV

2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Silver Petrol 2736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

112,647 mi
Last recorded112,647 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara64,919 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 FUV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,736cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2020 112,647 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

extensive chassis corrosion

tow bar corroded

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 10 Oct 2019 106,359 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded and filter ()

Nearside Front Lower ball joint boot deteriorated

Offside Front Lower ball joint boor deteriorated

exhaust deteriorated

tow bar corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2019 106,358 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded and filter at rear ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust deteriorated

tow bar extensively corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2017 97,677 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 8 Nov 2017 97,674 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 88,714 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 26 Nov 2016 88,713 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak oil filter ()

Rear tyres wearing thin

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 12 Sep 2015 76,324 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Seatbelt not fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Sep 2015 76,324 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 69,495 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2014 65,493 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 7 Feb 2013 52,851 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2013 52,851 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 43,797 miles

slight corrosion on exhaust

underside corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2010 33,752 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 31,920 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 22,860 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 16,451 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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AF05 FUV is a 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Silver with a 2,736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 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 AF05 FUV, 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.

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AF05 FUV is a 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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