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DY13 TVE

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Black Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,283 mi
Last recorded72,283 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara45,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY13 TVE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 72,283 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Manufactures body under trays restricting inspection of components Manufactures sill covers restricting inspection of components Manufactures suspension covers restricting inspection of components

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 68,796 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 64,652 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 62,261 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 59,256 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 59,254 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 50,671 miles

Rear number plate

Fail 19 Mar 2021 50,670 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear brake discs corroded

Rear number plate

Pass 25 Mar 2020 45,917 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 37,130 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 27,906 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 21,476 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front discs corroded on inner face

rear discs starting to corrode

Pass 11 Mar 2016 15,221 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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DY13 TVE is a 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Black with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DY13 TVE, 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 TVE registered?

DY13 TVE is a 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 28 March 2013.

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The MOT history for DY13 TVE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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