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AK05 XUD

2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

35,133 mi
Last recorded35,133 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara64,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 XUD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Feb 2012 35,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 35,133 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 34,114 miles

front discs slightly pitted

Fail 7 Sep 2011 34,114 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front discs slightly pitted

Pass 23 Sep 2010 31,074 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 31,074 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 24,442 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear door handle is broken.

Fail 29 Sep 2009 24,442 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear door handle is broken.

Pass 19 May 2008 14,629 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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AK05 XUD is a 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 XUD, 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.

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What year was AK05 XUD registered?

AK05 XUD is a 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 23 April 2005.

Is AK05 XUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 XUD shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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