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AO53 OWU

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

55,166 mi
Last recorded55,166 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara67,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 OWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 55,166 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all round (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 44,826 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 44,696 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 44,381 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 44,343 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 43,968 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 43,225 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 41,844 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 40,112 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 38,478 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 37,096 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 35,429 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 33,923 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 31,952 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 29,635 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 27,167 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 24,658 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 22,037 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 19,371 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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AO53 OWU is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AO53 OWU, 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 AO53 OWU registered?

AO53 OWU is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AO53 OWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 OWU 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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