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AF06 VJL

2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

157,731 mi
Last recorded157,731 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara65,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 VJL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 157,731 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 148,350 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 138,778 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 128,078 miles

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2016 122,788 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 110,354 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 94,549 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 7 Mar 2014 94,549 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 81,629 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 67,631 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 55,748 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 43,874 miles

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

front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 13 Mar 2009 32,524 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 13 Mar 2009 32,524 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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AF06 VJL is a 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 65,673 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 AF06 VJL, 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 20 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 AF06 VJL registered?

AF06 VJL is a 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 18 March 2006.

Is AF06 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF06 VJL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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