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AF06 VJU

2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,596 mi
Last recorded104,596 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara65,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 VJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2019 104,596 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 104,594 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 99,039 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 88,833 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 78,327 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 65,749 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 61,904 miles

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

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

fuel filter very rusty

Pass 4 Feb 2014 57,377 miles

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

fuel filter rusty

Fail 4 Feb 2014 57,375 miles

Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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

fuel filter rusty

Pass 6 Feb 2013 52,721 miles

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

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 47,810 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 42,771 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 37,385 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 37,385 miles

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

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 27,336 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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AF06 VJU is a 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VJU, 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 VJU registered?

AF06 VJU is a 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is AF06 VJU safe to buy?

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