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DY13 BYF

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,601 mi
Last recorded81,601 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara45,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY13 BYF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 81,601 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 67,884 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 61,421 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 52,266 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 44,694 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 38,441 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 30,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 20,018 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 18,349 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear tyre rating is (w) rest of tyres are (v)

Fail 20 Dec 2017 18,349 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear tyre rating is (w) rest of tyres are (v)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 14,635 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 11,987 miles

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

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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DY13 BYF is a 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Blue with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 DY13 BYF, 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 DY13 BYF registered?

DY13 BYF is a 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is DY13 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY13 BYF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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