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AP09 BGO

2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Silver Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,483 mi
Last recorded51,483 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara62,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP09 BGO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 51,483 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes showing signs of light corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 50,823 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 48,335 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2024 48,335 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 42,782 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 40,756 miles

All four tyres in generally poor condition both side wall and tread areas suffering with age related cracking and small cuts.

Rear Rear seat folded flat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Vehicle fitted with the following synthetic protective shields, under bonnet, under body and in parallel with prophylactic sill covers obscuring all underside components and /or the vehicle rigidity from visual inspection.

Pass 12 Jan 2021 39,120 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 38,738 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 38,209 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 37,004 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 37,004 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 34,146 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 30,247 miles

Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 May 2014 23,807 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 20,997 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 16,349 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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AP09 BGO is a 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Silver with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 62,009 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 AP09 BGO, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP09 BGO registered?

AP09 BGO is a 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 24 June 2009.

Is AP09 BGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP09 BGO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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