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AX52 KSY

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,000 mi
Last recorded89,000 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara67,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 KSY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 89,000 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 78,831 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 70,512 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 70,509 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 May 2015 60,850 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 60,850 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 50,658 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both wiper blades split

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 26 Jul 2013 49,799 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

exhaust sections are corroded

exhaust tail pipe support bracket welds are broken

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

o/s front and both rear tyres are badly perished

o/s rear brake is slower to operate

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 49,798 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

exhaust sections are corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust tail pipe support bracket welds are broken

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

o/s front and both rear tyres are badly perished

o/s rear brake is slower to operate

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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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AX52 KSY is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AX52 KSY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AX52 KSY?

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What year was AX52 KSY registered?

AX52 KSY is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is AX52 KSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX52 KSY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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