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X653 JCS

2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,043 mi
Last recorded81,043 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara77,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX653 JCS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2014 81,043 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

heavily welded undersealed under neath???

Fail 27 Jun 2014 81,017 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 80,066 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 29 Dec 2012 80,065 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 72,613 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 68,563 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 64,421 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 60,875 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 57,980 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 53,635 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 47,651 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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X653 JCS is a 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 77,312 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 X653 JCS, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X653 JCS?

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What year was X653 JCS registered?

X653 JCS is a 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X653 JCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X653 JCS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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