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AJ55 UTF

2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,534 mi
Last recorded97,534 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara65,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 UTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 97,534 miles

Exhaust noisy suspect insecure baffle in silencer (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 13 Jan 2026 97,530 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Exhaust noisy suspect insecure baffle in silencer (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 94,056 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 90,080 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective o/s & n/s lenses fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 86,026 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 81,855 miles

Nearside front wheel slight bind by hand

Pass 18 Jan 2021 77,198 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 74,188 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 74,187 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 68,090 miles

offside front outer constant velocity joint gaiter has pinhole leak

Pass 18 Jan 2018 62,302 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 58,079 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 52,693 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 47,531 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 42,240 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 37,230 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FRONT TYRES NEAR WEAR BAND INDICATORS

Pass 4 Jan 2012 31,366 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 26,781 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 20,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 20,874 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 16,260 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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AJ55 UTF is a 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 AJ55 UTF, 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.

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What year was AJ55 UTF registered?

AJ55 UTF is a 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 22 February 2006.

Is AJ55 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 UTF shows 21 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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