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AL53 LMK

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

103,305 mi
Last recorded103,305 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara67,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL53 LMK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 103,305 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 99,263 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 93,275 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn close to limit on edges

Pass 22 Aug 2015 86,838 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 85,560 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 79,052 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 71,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 63,972 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 55,192 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 47,519 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 39,261 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 27,756 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 27,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 22,085 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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AL53 LMK is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AL53 LMK, 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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What year was AL53 LMK registered?

AL53 LMK is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is AL53 LMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL53 LMK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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