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AV59 VZY

2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Silver Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,514 mi
Last recorded32,514 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara62,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 VZY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 32,514 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at end (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Oct 2025 32,514 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at end (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned brackets broken (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 31,316 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 30,894 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 29,535 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 21 Sep 2021 27,751 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 26,406 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 25,095 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 22,783 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 21,066 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 18,882 miles

rear seat belts not checked due to boot liner fitted

Fail 26 Sep 2016 18,882 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

rear seat belts not checked due to boot liner fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2015 16,769 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 14,894 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 12,336 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 9,622 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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AV59 VZY 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 AV59 VZY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV59 VZY registered?

AV59 VZY is a 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is AV59 VZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 VZY 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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