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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 DAOMOT history

LR08 DAO is a grey petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 191,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2025.

LR08 DAO grey Suzuki Grand – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Grand, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2026
Mileage
191,779 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 DAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
9 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 DAO was last recorded at 191,779 miles on 9 May 2025, 10,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Feb 2016: 77,233 miles, lower than 693,354 miles on 17 Feb 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
181,277 miles · 4 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
10,502 miles
Average per year
10,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 191,779 miles
  • 2024 – 181,277 miles
  • 2023 – 164,426 miles
  • 2022 – 148,017 miles
  • 2021 – 133,085 miles
  • 2020 – 123,645 miles
  • 2019 – 109,594 miles
  • 2018 – 96,229 miles
  • 2017 – 84,916 miles
  • 2016 – 77,313 miles
  • 2015 – 693,354 miles
  • 2014 – 63,432 miles
  • 2013 – 54,816 miles
  • 2012 – 47,074 miles
  • 2011 – 40,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,779 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body
  • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on edges

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flanges

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Repair noted to rear exhaust mount.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,779 miles (+10,502)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    191,779 miles
    Test number
    538774881548
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on edges

  2. Pass181,277 miles (+16,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    181,277 miles
    Test number
    798238545438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flanges (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flanges corroded.
    • AdvisoryRepair noted to rear exhaust mounting

  3. Pass164,426 miles (+374)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    164,426 miles
    Test number
    507465881668
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flanges (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRepair noted to rear exhaust mount.

  4. Fail164,052 miles (+16,035)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,052 miles
    Test number
    575283560850
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flanges (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRepair noted to rear exhaust mount.

  5. Pass148,017 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    148,017 miles
    Test number
    748874696290
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flanges corroded and repair noted to rear exhaust mount.

  6. Fail148,017 miles (+14,932)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,017 miles
    Test number
    560815959600
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flanges corroded and repair noted to rear exhaust mount.

  7. Pass133,085 miles (+9,440)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    133,085 miles
    Test number
    433178554981
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flanges corroded and repair noted to offside rear silencer mounting.

  8. Pass123,645 miles (+14,051)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    123,645 miles
    Test number
    787191132748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,594 miles (+13,365)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    109,594 miles
    Test number
    830474518972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    96,229 miles
    Test number
    891676166943
    • AdvisorySurface cut to nearside front tyre.

  11. Fail96,229 miles (+11,313)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,229 miles
    Test number
    498908025876
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySurface cut to nearside front tyre.

  12. Pass84,916 miles (+7,603)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,916 miles
    Test number
    122926199780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,313 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,313 miles
    Test number
    867019199644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,233 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,233 miles
    Test number
    790252102958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail77,233 miles (-616,121)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,233 miles
    Test number
    419141806080
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass693,354 miles (+629,922)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    693,354 miles
    Test number
    856418345004
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass63,432 miles (+8,616)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,432 miles
    Test number
    955377854094
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass54,816 miles (+7,742)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,816 miles
    Test number
    275288253066
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s rear tyre minor damage
    • NoteN/s wiper blade deteriorting

  19. Pass47,074 miles (+6,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,074 miles
    Test number
    187230662498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,765 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,765 miles
    Test number
    326042251023
    • NoteWet conditions

Questions about LR08 DAO

Does LR08 DAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 DAO expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 DAO?
The MOT on LR08 DAO expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 DAO done?
LR08 DAO was recorded at 191,779 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2025, an average of 10,626 miles a year.
Has LR08 DAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 DAO has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 DAO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Feb 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR08 DAO find?
LR08 DAO passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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