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AP52 WGU

2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

126,176 mi
Last recorded126,176 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara70,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 WGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 126,176 miles

Exhaust middle silencer outer skin is corroded

Nearside Front foglight is damaged

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 7 Nov 2017 126,176 miles

Fuel pipe leaking under the engine bay fuel supply pipe (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust middle silencer outer skin is corroded

Nearside Front foglight is damaged

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 110,135 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 5 Nov 2016 110,135 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Central Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 96,766 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted

Fail 4 Nov 2015 96,766 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel pipe leaking pipes across front axle area (7.2.3)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2014 83,764 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

centre silencer outer skin corroded

o/s/front to rear brake pipe to load valve slightly corroded

Fail 17 Nov 2014 83,764 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

centre silencer outer skin corroded

o/s/front to rear brake pipe to load valve slightly corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2013 66,354 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 64,146 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 59,268 miles

exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2011 53,962 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 47,410 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 43,403 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 36,748 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 30,208 miles

all tyres treads getting low

Fail 27 Sep 2006 30,208 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 20,197 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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AP52 WGU is a 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AP52 WGU, 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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AP52 WGU is a 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 24 September 2002.

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