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AK04 EVW

2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,049 mi
Last recorded90,049 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara67,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 EVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 90,049 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 83,208 miles

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)

Fail 10 Sep 2014 83,208 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

235/60/16

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 9 Sep 2013 77,551 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 70,622 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Apr 2012 69,524 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 69,524 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 65,228 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 58,671 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 58,671 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 53,221 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 53,221 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 46,644 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 39,370 miles

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

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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AK04 EVW is a 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK04 EVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AK04 EVW?

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What year was AK04 EVW registered?

AK04 EVW is a 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 15 March 2004.

Is AK04 EVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK04 EVW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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