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AO08 OMJ

2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

113,407 mi
Last recorded113,407 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara63,243 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 OMJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 113,407 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 106,759 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 97,386 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 91,251 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 91,251 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2021 85,617 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 80,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 75,488 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 69,930 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 60,340 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 58,814 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 56,932 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 51,270 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 47,616 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 41,962 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 37,723 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 33,646 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 33,646 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 25,220 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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AO08 OMJ is a 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 63,243 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 AO08 OMJ, 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 18 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 AO08 OMJ registered?

AO08 OMJ is a 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is AO08 OMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 OMJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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