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AG53 FFW

2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,224 mi
Last recorded84,224 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara67,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG53 FFW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 84,224 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

heavy undersill applied

Pass 17 May 2024 78,971 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

heavy underseal under jeep

Pass 1 Jun 2023 76,049 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 75,967 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 75,959 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 74,655 miles

lots of corrosion n/s/f inner arch

Fail 18 Dec 2020 74,652 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

lots of corrosion n/s/f inner arch

Pass 31 Dec 2019 73,098 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 70,650 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2018 70,638 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2018 68,489 miles

lots of corrosion underside of vehicle

Fail 2 Jan 2018 68,486 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

lots of corrosion underside of vehicle

Pass 5 Jan 2017 65,944 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

engine covers fitted

slight oil leak engine

Pass 18 Jan 2016 61,906 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 57,425 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 57,425 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 51,877 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 50,588 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 50,585 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2012 49,730 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 48,860 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 39,470 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 30,358 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 29,483 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 14 Feb 2008 28,151 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 26,738 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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AG53 FFW is a 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 67,261 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 AG53 FFW, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AG53 FFW registered?

AG53 FFW is a 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 14 February 2004.

Is AG53 FFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG53 FFW shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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