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Suzuki Vitara

Red and Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

J8 AWVMOT history

J8 AWV is a red and black diesel Suzuki Vitara first used on 31 Oct 2016. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 90,115 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

J8 AWV red Suzuki Vitara – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,115 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 AWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Oct 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 AWV was last recorded at 90,115 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 12,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
78,008 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
12,107 miles
Average per year
9,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,115 miles
  • 2025 – 78,008 miles
  • 2024 – 67,140 miles
  • 2023 – 55,554 miles
  • 2022 – 43,366 miles
  • 2021 – 33,463 miles
  • 2020 – 28,398 miles
  • 2019 – 22,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,115 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 23 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,115 miles (+12,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,115 miles
    Test number
    632319536631
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass78,008 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    539188387532
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Fail78,006 miles (+10,866)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,006 miles
    Test number
    881361475656
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass67,140 miles (+11,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    67,140 miles
    Test number
    274471624047
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front - nearing limit (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass55,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    55,554 miles
    Test number
    752134605683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail55,554 miles (+12,188)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,554 miles
    Test number
    361146106811
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  7. Pass43,366 miles (+9,903)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    43,366 miles
    Test number
    754008469092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass33,463 miles (+5,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    33,463 miles
    Test number
    785929915153
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front - slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear - slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass28,398 miles (+5,663)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    28,398 miles
    Test number
    748063916776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass22,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    22,735 miles
    Test number
    444066232337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 AWV

Does J8 AWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 AWV is valid until 31 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 AWV?
The MOT on J8 AWV is valid until 31 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 AWV done?
J8 AWV was recorded at 90,115 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 9,613 miles a year.
Has J8 AWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 AWV has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on J8 AWV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J8 AWV find?
J8 AWV passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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