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YW03 SXG

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

89,153 mi
Last recorded89,153 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara67,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW03 SXG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 89,153 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear body mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 88,292 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 87,612 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2022 87,492 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting marked with chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill marked with chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 85,868 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 85,251 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 83,674 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 82,040 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corroasion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 80,340 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joiner (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 77,811 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 75,878 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 73,384 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 71,187 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 68,905 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 65,678 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 62,052 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 54,114 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 47,600 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 47,600 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)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 41,447 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 41,447 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 36,825 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 30,349 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YW03 SXG is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 67,953 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 YW03 SXG, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YW03 SXG registered?

YW03 SXG is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is YW03 SXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW03 SXG shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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