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WV07 BJU

2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Grey Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

84,239 mi
Last recorded84,239 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara64,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV07 BJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2025 84,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment nut corroded away (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment nut corroded away (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Nearside lower ball joint nut rusty

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

Offside Front lower ball joint nut rusty.

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

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

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

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

unable to inspect offside & nearside outer sills due to cover sills fitted.

Pass 26 Jan 2024 81,212 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

unable to inspect offside & nearside outer sill due to cover sill fitted.

Fail 26 Jan 2024 81,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

unable to inspect offside & nearside outer sill due to cover sill fitted.

Pass 23 Jan 2023 77,998 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected BRAKE BACKING PLATE RUSTY (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2023 77,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected BRAKE BACKING PLATE RUSTY (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 75,737 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 75,164 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 74,229 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 73,056 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 73,056 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 70,828 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 68,918 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 66,111 miles

Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 9 Feb 2016 66,111 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Feb 2015 62,202 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 58,994 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Mar 2014 58,994 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2013 45,850 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 36,948 miles

Front brake disc's corroded

Fail 2 Mar 2012 36,948 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc's corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2011 30,474 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 24,849 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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WV07 BJU is a 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Grey with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 64,274 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 WV07 BJU, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WV07 BJU is a 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 3 March 2007.

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