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Suzuki Vitara

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LL53 TGKMOT history

LL53 TGK is a black petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 102,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
102,990 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 TGK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 TGK was last recorded at 102,990 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 12,446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,544 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12,446 miles
Average per year
4,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,990 miles
  • 2025 – 90,544 miles
  • 2024 – 88,239 miles
  • 2023 – 84,058 miles
  • 2022 – 76,705 miles
  • 2021 – 70,817 miles
  • 2020 – 67,616 miles
  • 2019 – 65,082 miles
  • 2018 – 62,944 miles
  • 2017 – 60,541 miles
  • 2016 – 57,804 miles
  • 2015 – 54,988 miles
  • 2014 – 51,870 miles
  • 2013 – 47,117 miles
  • 2012 – 42,208 miles
  • 2011 – 37,770 miles
  • 2010 – 32,796 miles
  • 2009 – 28,326 miles
  • 2008 – 23,514 miles
  • 2007 – 18,531 miles
  • 2006 – 14,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,990 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush offside and nearside (5.3.2 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,990 miles (+12,446)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    102,990 miles
    Test number
    349548509267
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush offside and nearside (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass90,544 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,544 miles
    Test number
    414346850012
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail90,543 miles (+2,304)5 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,543 miles
    Test number
    113128847854
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak & coolant leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak crack in top of radiator

  4. Pass88,239 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,239 miles
    Test number
    190150390244
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail88,239 miles (+4,181)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,239 miles
    Test number
    319546771250
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,058 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    84,058 miles
    Test number
    722580770097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,053 miles (+7,348)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,053 miles
    Test number
    513421969945
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached rubber badly perished and cracking (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass76,705 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    76,705 miles
    Test number
    130097302722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential fluid leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail76,705 miles (+5,888)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,705 miles
    Test number
    276890687470
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential fluid leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass70,817 miles (+3,201)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,817 miles
    Test number
    343342014439
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront headlights turning opaque but images ok

  11. Pass67,616 miles (+2,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    67,616 miles
    Test number
    706285542221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass65,082 miles (+2,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,082 miles
    Test number
    321253609432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass62,944 miles (+2,403)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,944 miles
    Test number
    762191671552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,541 miles
    Test number
    963164786200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,541 miles (+2,737)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,541 miles
    Test number
    498000499263
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass57,804 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,804 miles
    Test number
    116962935440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,988 miles (+3,118)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    54,988 miles
    Test number
    150855899729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,870 miles (+20)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,870 miles
    Test number
    646615764247
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Fail51,850 miles (+4,733)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,850 miles
    Test number
    758050464272
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass47,117 miles (+4,909)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,117 miles
    Test number
    615002253211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,208 miles
    Test number
    547718152244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,208 miles (+4,438)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,208 miles
    Test number
    945717952229
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass37,770 miles (+4,974)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,770 miles
    Test number
    326158951264
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  24. Pass32,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    32,796 miles
    Test number
    380511960432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,796 miles (+4,470)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,796 miles
    Test number
    374841160262
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass28,326 miles (+4,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,326 miles
    Test number
    974090169229
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass23,514 miles (+4,983)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,514 miles
    Test number
    794307358251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  28. Pass18,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,531 miles
    Test number
    734845467286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail18,531 miles (+4,463)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,531 miles
    Test number
    453465667253
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass14,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,068 miles
    Test number
    254153616384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 TGK

Does LL53 TGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 TGK is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 TGK?
The MOT on LL53 TGK is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 TGK done?
LL53 TGK was recorded at 102,990 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 4,476 miles a year.
Has LL53 TGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 TGK has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LL53 TGK 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 LL53 TGK find?
LL53 TGK passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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