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AK05 XTZ

2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red Petrol 2736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

122,228 mi
Last recorded122,228 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara64,919 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 XTZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,736cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 122,228 miles

Front to rear metal brake pipe starting to corrode

Fail 10 Nov 2017 122,228 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front to rear metal brake pipe starting to corrode

Pass 23 Nov 2016 113,259 miles

Both front anti roll bar bushes starting to split

tested with tow bar bracket removed

Fail 23 Nov 2016 113,259 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Both front anti roll bar bushes starting to split

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

tested with tow bar bracket removed

Pass 19 Nov 2015 103,113 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Nov 2015 103,113 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 94,154 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

inner brake pads hard to see check when doing spring

Fail 24 Nov 2014 94,154 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

inner brake pads hard to see check when doing spring

Pass 28 Nov 2013 83,257 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer fronf brake pads appear low ,unable to see inner

Fail 28 Nov 2013 83,257 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer fronf brake pads appear low ,unable to see inner

Pass 30 Nov 2012 72,955 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres bald on edges (not testable area advise replace)

Fail 27 Nov 2012 72,955 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres bald on edges (not testable area advise replace)

front brake pads appear low

Pass 21 Nov 2011 63,246 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

back seat belts not checked no seats

inner fronf brake pads appear low

Fail 21 Nov 2011 63,246 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

back seat belts not checked no seats

inner fronf brake pads appear low

Pass 1 Dec 2010 52,984 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Nov 2009 42,147 miles

unable to see brake pads

Fail 27 Nov 2009 42,147 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

unable to see brake pads

Pass 21 Nov 2008 33,253 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres 3mm

Fail 21 Nov 2008 33,253 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both rear tyres 3mm

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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AK05 XTZ is a 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Red with a 2,736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 64,919 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 AK05 XTZ, 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 21 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 AK05 XTZ registered?

AK05 XTZ is a 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is AK05 XTZ safe to buy?

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