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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,590 cc

LA51 TVZMOT history

LA51 TVZ is a black petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 7 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 109,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2022
Mileage
109,239 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 TVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA51 TVZ was last recorded at 109,239 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 5,056 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,183 miles · 26 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
5,056 miles
Average per year
4,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 109,239 miles
  • 2021 – 104,183 miles
  • 2020 – 100,372 miles
  • 2019 – 97,757 miles
  • 2018 – 95,258 miles
  • 2017 – 92,277 miles
  • 2016 – 89,683 miles
  • 2015 – 88,292 miles
  • 2014 – 86,055 miles
  • 2013 – 83,689 miles
  • 2012 – 81,422 miles
  • 2011 – 77,400 miles
  • 2010 – 68,697 miles
  • 2009 – 61,473 miles
  • 2008 – 50,967 miles
  • 2007 – 41,414 miles
  • 2006 – 33,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,239 miles
  • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Exhaust very rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,239 miles (+5,056)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,239 miles
    Test number
    827906905767
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,183 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    104,183 miles
    Test number
    561740383133
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail104,183 miles (+3,811)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,183 miles
    Test number
    522113337447
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    100,372 miles
    Test number
    796303092562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail100,371 miles (+2,614)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,371 miles
    Test number
    492503521386
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting end of chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sil and end (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,757 miles
    Test number
    175865321347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,757 miles (+2,499)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,757 miles
    Test number
    476502929143
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise light on dashboard

  8. Pass95,258 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,258 miles
    Test number
    831695152228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail95,258 miles (+2,981)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,258 miles
    Test number
    347095973595
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass92,277 miles (+2,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    92,277 miles
    Test number
    295783266729
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre, very perished

  11. Pass89,683 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,683 miles
    Test number
    887436805791
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  12. Fail89,683 miles (+1,391)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,683 miles
    Test number
    915424075740
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  13. Pass88,292 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,292 miles
    Test number
    663175987431
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFuel filter very rusty

  14. Fail88,292 miles (+2,237)3 dangerous5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,292 miles
    Test number
    120206686368
    • DangerousCentre Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFuel filter very rusty

  15. Pass86,055 miles (+2,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,055 miles
    Test number
    437889924488
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass83,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    83,689 miles
    Test number
    325135413379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail83,689 miles (+2,267)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,689 miles
    Test number
    508341713387
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  18. Pass81,422 miles (+4,022)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    81,422 miles
    Test number
    889595782276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass77,400 miles (+8,703)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,400 miles
    Test number
    425725341281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    68,697 miles
    Test number
    510717310221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,697 miles (+7,224)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,697 miles
    Test number
    654056210203
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass61,473 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    61,473 miles
    Test number
    500745819274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail61,473 miles (+10,506)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,473 miles
    Test number
    691175919244
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass50,967 miles (+9,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    50,967 miles
    Test number
    160834118277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass41,414 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    41,414 miles
    Test number
    220139957411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,411 miles (+8,114)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,411 miles
    Test number
    643048357181
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass33,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,297 miles
    Test number
    610850446031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 TVZ

Does LA51 TVZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 TVZ expired on 25 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 TVZ?
The MOT on LA51 TVZ expired on 25 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 TVZ done?
LA51 TVZ was recorded at 109,239 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 4,543 miles a year.
Has LA51 TVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 TVZ has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LA51 TVZ 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 LA51 TVZ find?
LA51 TVZ failed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mounts; front windscreen in an unacceptable condition; nearside front body mounting fixings insecure, and 8 more.

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