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Suzuki Vitara

Grey · Petrol · 1996 · 1,590 cc

P252 GPDMOT history

P252 GPD is a grey petrol Suzuki Vitara first used on 31 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 74,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
74,458 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P252 GPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
31 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P252 GPD was last recorded at 74,458 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 8,273 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,185 miles · 20 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
8,273 miles
Average per year
915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,458 miles
  • 2024 – 66,185 miles
  • 2018 – 66,077 miles
  • 2015 – 65,901 miles
  • 2013 – 65,797 miles
  • 2011 – 65,536 miles
  • 2010 – 64,675 miles
  • 2008 – 60,039 miles
  • 2007 – 57,905 miles
  • 2006 – 56,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,458 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.

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

13 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,458 miles (+8,273)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    74,458 miles
    Test number
    353253771242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass66,185 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    66,185 miles
    Test number
    829379240934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail66,077 miles (+176)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,077 miles
    Test number
    185625507380
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury both sides inner wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryAll steering,suspension bushes worn
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever high

  4. Pass65,901 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,901 miles
    Test number
    137663785130
    • NoteCORROSION UNDER CAR VARIOUS

  5. Fail65,895 miles (+98)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,895 miles
    Test number
    927113475168
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteCORROSION UNDER CAR VARIOUS

  6. Pass65,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    65,797 miles
    Test number
    157666753222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,797 miles (+261)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,797 miles
    Test number
    466138923257
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  8. Pass65,536 miles (+861)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    65,536 miles
    Test number
    956120451302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    64,675 miles
    Test number
    512465040317
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Fail64,675 miles (+4,636)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,675 miles
    Test number
    382665630362
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass60,039 miles (+2,134)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    60,039 miles
    Test number
    940593838003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,905 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    57,905 miles
    Test number
    144365547069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,178 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    56,178 miles
    Test number
    413805546024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P252 GPD

Does P252 GPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P252 GPD is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on P252 GPD?
The MOT on P252 GPD is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P252 GPD done?
P252 GPD was recorded at 74,458 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 915 miles a year.
Has P252 GPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P252 GPD has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on P252 GPD 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 P252 GPD find?
P252 GPD passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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