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BN12 KNO

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,851 mi
Last recorded42,851 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara50,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 KNO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 42,851 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 40,068 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 38,291 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 37,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 7 Feb 2022 36,098 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 23 Feb 2021 34,906 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 34,906 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 34,110 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 32,400 miles

Front Wipers smeary

Pass 29 Jan 2018 29,037 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 24,797 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 20,627 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 17,162 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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BN12 KNO is a 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 50,122 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 BN12 KNO, 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 14 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BN12 KNO registered?

BN12 KNO is a 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BN12 KNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 KNO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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