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AO08 OXW

2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

97,491 mi
Last recorded97,491 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara63,243 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 OXW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 97,491 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 94,934 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 92,801 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 92,801 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 89,434 miles

Offside Stone Chip in windscreen

Fail 22 Oct 2019 89,426 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Stone Chip in windscreen

Pass 26 Oct 2018 85,792 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 82,397 miles

Gearbox Rubber Mounting worn

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 78,741 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 75,155 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 71,345 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 67,224 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 56,377 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 47,801 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 47,801 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 44,509 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 OXW is a 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Red with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 OXW, 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.

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What year was AO08 OXW registered?

AO08 OXW is a 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AO08 OXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 OXW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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