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AP02 EWZ

2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

98,336 mi
Last recorded98,336 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara70,449 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 EWZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 98,336 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Outer sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all four body to chassis mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 98,336 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded two rear axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Outer sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all four body to chassis mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear brake cylinders corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2018 96,118 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 93,833 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 93,828 miles

Offside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Jun 2016 90,373 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 86,039 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 81,664 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 78,019 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 74,003 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 70,773 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 70,773 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 62,987 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 57,466 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 57,466 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 51,442 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 51,441 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c) DANGEROUS

Offside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2007 44,975 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 38,639 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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AP02 EWZ is a 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 70,449 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 AP02 EWZ, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AP02 EWZ is a 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 13 July 2002.

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