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AJ03 CUG

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

120,080 mi
Last recorded120,080 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara67,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 CUG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 120,080 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 112,605 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 112,605 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 109,197 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 100,189 miles

exhaust cat converter noisey

front tyres cracking across the tread

rear shock absorbers corroded and deteriorated

Pass 12 Dec 2017 93,076 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 86,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 9 Dec 2015 80,514 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 74,428 miles

brake pipes coated

Pass 10 Dec 2013 68,089 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 60,414 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Nov 2011 51,905 miles

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

Oil leak

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 19 Nov 2010 44,342 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

front brakes bind slightly

Pass 17 Nov 2009 41,419 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 38,232 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 33,091 miles

Exterior tailgate handle broken

Handbrake travel high

Inner surface of front brake discs slightly corroded/pitted

O/s/f tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 28 Mar 2007 31,587 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 22,484 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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AJ03 CUG is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 67,953 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 AJ03 CUG, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AJ03 CUG is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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