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BG03 HMX

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,698 mi
Last recorded122,698 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara67,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 HMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 122,698 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 119,324 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated front joint (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 116,113 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2023 116,104 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 109,920 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 102,015 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 102,015 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake binding on slightly (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 93,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front CV Gaiter deteriorated

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 90,050 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 90,049 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 83,301 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 83,300 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre joint (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 77,480 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 73,713 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 70,117 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 65,223 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 62,007 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 58,131 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 54,607 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 50,229 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 45,635 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 40,467 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 35,660 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 28,336 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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BG03 HMX is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BG03 HMX, 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.

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What year was BG03 HMX registered?

BG03 HMX is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 22 April 2003.

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