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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,493 cc

R385 KAPMOT history

R385 KAP is a green petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 30 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 181,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
181,985 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R385 KAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,493 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R385 KAP was last recorded at 181,985 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 9,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Apr 2015: 91,716 miles, lower than 94,780 miles on 7 Apr 2014.

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
172,734 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,251 miles
Average per year
6,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,985 miles
  • 2025 – 172,734 miles
  • 2024 – 161,679 miles
  • 2023 – 157,843 miles
  • 2022 – 152,892 miles
  • 2020 – 144,129 miles
  • 2019 – 139,265 miles
  • 2018 – 130,384 miles
  • 2017 – 109,212 miles
  • 2016 – 98,571 miles
  • 2015 – 91,716 miles
  • 2014 – 94,780 miles
  • 2013 – 83,570 miles
  • 2012 – 79,342 miles
  • 2011 – 74,562 miles
  • 2010 – 69,061 miles
  • 2009 – 63,989 miles
  • 2008 – 59,197 miles
  • 2007 – 54,256 miles
  • 2006 – 48,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,985 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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,985 miles (+9,251)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    181,985 miles
    Test number
    949434537071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass172,734 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    172,734 miles
    Test number
    424898456099
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail172,733 miles (+11,054)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,733 miles
    Test number
    313825949727
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind upper shock mount bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind upper shock mount bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass161,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    161,679 miles
    Test number
    530858975022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail161,679 miles (+3,836)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,679 miles
    Test number
    965987093567
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass157,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    157,843 miles
    Test number
    188832205630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail157,843 miles (+4,951)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,843 miles
    Test number
    889210650230
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive leak from exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass152,892 miles (+8,763)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    152,892 miles
    Test number
    869861450377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass144,129 miles (+4,864)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,129 miles
    Test number
    178464961332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass139,265 miles (+8,881)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    139,265 miles
    Test number
    940360942348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass130,384 miles (+380)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    130,384 miles
    Test number
    418920799696
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion all areas

  12. Fail130,004 miles (+20,792)14 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,004 miles
    Test number
    916569436564
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass109,212 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    109,212 miles
    Test number
    883622302738
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  14. Fail109,212 miles (+10,641)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,212 miles
    Test number
    473935587164
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  15. Pass98,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    98,571 miles
    Test number
    304901179673
    • 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)

  16. Fail98,570 miles (+6,854)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,570 miles
    Test number
    504939539502
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  17. Pass91,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    91,716 miles
    Test number
    157016405195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail91,716 miles (-3,064)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,716 miles
    Test number
    308610305123
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass94,780 miles (+11,210)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,780 miles
    Test number
    636907194047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres perished

  20. Pass83,570 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    83,570 miles
    Test number
    126865793489
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail83,570 miles (+4,228)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,570 miles
    Test number
    388194293021
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass79,342 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,342 miles
    Test number
    259507582027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail79,273 miles (+4,711)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,273 miles
    Test number
    135980982492
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass74,562 miles (+5,501)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    74,562 miles
    Test number
    109891291015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass69,061 miles (+5,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    69,061 miles
    Test number
    742528360085
    • 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)

  26. Pass63,989 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    63,989 miles
    Test number
    951929769058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NotePlastic over sills fitted

  27. Fail63,987 miles (+4,790)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,987 miles
    Test number
    181019369099
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NotePlastic over sills fitted

  28. Pass59,197 miles (+4,941)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    59,197 miles
    Test number
    270404578030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass54,256 miles (+5,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    54,256 miles
    Test number
    290173077013
    • 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)

  30. Pass48,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,879 miles
    Test number
    140055176427
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about R385 KAP

Does R385 KAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R385 KAP is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R385 KAP?
The MOT on R385 KAP is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R385 KAP done?
R385 KAP was recorded at 181,985 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 6,503 miles a year.
Has R385 KAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R385 KAP has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on R385 KAP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R385 KAP find?
R385 KAP passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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