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DG13 BYO

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

167,404 mi
Last recorded167,404 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara45,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG13 BYO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 167,404 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded and nearside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded and nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 155,565 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 153,507 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cv boot torn (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 May 2024 241,120 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cv boot torn (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 May 2023 140,847 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 128,233 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 109,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2020 90,414 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2020 90,414 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 71,648 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 71,343 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 63,776 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 63,776 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 53,480 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 41,460 miles

Centre Rear wiper split

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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DG13 BYO is a 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 45,180 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 DG13 BYO, 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 13 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DG13 BYO registered?

DG13 BYO is a 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 26 March 2013.

Is DG13 BYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG13 BYO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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