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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,590 cc

LX53 ZXCMOT history

LX53 ZXC is a silver petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 17 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 100,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
100,489 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 ZXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 ZXC was last recorded at 100,489 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 4,123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Sept 2014: 63,261 miles, lower than 70,668 miles on 2 Sept 2013.

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
96,366 miles · 9 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,123 miles
Average per year
4,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,489 miles
  • 2024 – 96,366 miles
  • 2023 – 93,886 miles
  • 2022 – 90,047 miles
  • 2021 – 86,544 miles
  • 2020 – 84,362 miles
  • 2019 – 82,124 miles
  • 2018 – 80,289 miles
  • 2017 – 77,088 miles
  • 2016 – 74,096 miles
  • 2015 – 71,165 miles
  • 2014 – 63,261 miles
  • 2013 – 70,668 miles
  • 2012 – 44,230 miles
  • 2011 – 34,636 miles
  • 2010 – 31,413 miles
  • 2009 – 28,767 miles
  • 2008 – 23,704 miles
  • 2007 – 16,899 miles
  • 2006 – 9,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,489 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Both sides outersill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,489 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    100,489 miles
    Test number
    865965542875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,366 miles (+2,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    96,366 miles
    Test number
    939183263347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass93,886 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    93,886 miles
    Test number
    755534564118
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  4. Fail93,886 miles (+3,839)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,886 miles
    Test number
    410752490873
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  5. Pass90,047 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    90,047 miles
    Test number
    340455156922
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail90,025 miles (+3,481)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,025 miles
    Test number
    265297527861
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass86,544 miles (+2,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    86,544 miles
    Test number
    568623153904
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass84,362 miles (+2,238)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,362 miles
    Test number
    280476074950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,124 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,124 miles
    Test number
    431252591310
    • AdvisoryBoth sides outersill covers fitted

  10. Fail82,085 miles (+1,796)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,085 miles
    Test number
    183515107283
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust system /tail pipe missing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and tail pipe missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides outersill covers fitted

  11. Pass80,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,289 miles
    Test number
    849794112692
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail80,288 miles (+3,200)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,288 miles
    Test number
    291003075733
    • DangerousRear Upper Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel filter leaking above rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass77,088 miles (+2,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,088 miles
    Test number
    727762005042
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both sides rears (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEml light on and undertrays and outer sill covers fitted

  14. Pass74,096 miles (+2,931)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,096 miles
    Test number
    620828512594
    • AdvisoryEml light on.
    • AdvisoryFuel cap hatch in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryOil leak[s].
    • AdvisoryTail gate handle in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryTyres worn low.

  15. Pass71,165 miles (+7,904)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    71,165 miles
    Test number
    271845063033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,261 miles (-7,407)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    63,261 miles
    Test number
    316551654219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,668 miles (+26,438)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    70,668 miles
    Test number
    277585743275
    • NoteGeneral underbody corrosion

  18. Pass44,230 miles (+9,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,230 miles
    Test number
    125883632208
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass34,636 miles (+3,223)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    34,636 miles
    Test number
    375879921485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,413 miles (+2,646)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,413 miles
    Test number
    620965840206
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  21. Pass28,767 miles (+5,063)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    28,767 miles
    Test number
    320839319402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    23,704 miles
    Test number
    270137028235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail23,704 miles (+6,805)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,704 miles
    Test number
    481257228256
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass16,899 miles (+7,100)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    16,899 miles
    Test number
    223127327214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    9,799 miles
    Test number
    742899516216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 ZXC

Does LX53 ZXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 ZXC is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX53 ZXC?
The MOT on LX53 ZXC is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 ZXC done?
LX53 ZXC was recorded at 100,489 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 4,711 miles a year.
Has LX53 ZXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 ZXC has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LX53 ZXC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Sept 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX53 ZXC find?
LX53 ZXC passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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