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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Gold · Diesel · 1998 · 1,998 cc

S62 RKGMOT history

S62 RKG is a gold diesel Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 26 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 175,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2024
Mileage
175,710 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2023
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S62 RKG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
26 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S62 RKG was last recorded at 175,710 miles on 28 Sept 2023, 2,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jun 2012: 100,437 miles, lower than 130,902 miles on 8 Mar 2012.

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
173,710 miles · 30 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,000 miles
Average per year
5,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 175,710 miles
  • 2022 – 173,710 miles
  • 2021 – 172,088 miles
  • 2020 – 169,825 miles
  • 2019 – 168,802 miles
  • 2017 – 168,012 miles
  • 2016 – 159,417 miles
  • 2015 – 152,102 miles
  • 2014 – 144,078 miles
  • 2013 – 136,478 miles
  • 2012 – 100,437 miles
  • 2011 – 121,703 miles
  • 2010 – 113,388 miles
  • 2009 – 105,050 miles
  • 2008 – 96,985 miles
  • 2007 – 87,362 miles
  • 2006 – 79,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,710 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth inner sill panel have significant corrosion but not within any prescribed area(s).
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryVehicle presented with tow hitch removed.

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Both inner sills have significant corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,710 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    175,710 miles
    Test number
    169589815327
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sill panel have significant corrosion but not within any prescribed area(s).
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle presented with tow hitch removed.

  2. Fail175,710 miles (+2,000)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,710 miles
    Test number
    191610372150
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sill panel have significant corrosion but not within any prescribed area(s).
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle presented with tow hitch removed.

  3. Pass173,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    173,710 miles
    Test number
    301052450556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills have significant corrosion

  4. Fail173,710 miles (+1,622)3 major1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,710 miles
    Test number
    685488531893
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering drive belt slipping under full load.
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills have significant corrosion

  5. Pass172,088 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    172,088 miles
    Test number
    227021691888
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail172,088 miles (+2,263)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,088 miles
    Test number
    456763180596
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses cloudy and losing definition of beam pattern .
    • AdvisoryPower steering drive belt slipping under full load.

  7. Pass169,825 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    169,825 miles
    Test number
    152657782214
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear of inner sill panel (underside) corroded and holed but not within prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear of sill panel corrode and holed but not within any prescribed area.

  8. Fail169,825 miles (+1,023)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,825 miles
    Test number
    750132427874
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses oxidised and losing definition of pattern.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear of inner sill panel (underside) corroded and holed but not within prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear of sill panel corrode and holed but not within any prescribed area.

  9. Pass168,802 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    168,802 miles
    Test number
    622718151324
    • AdvisoryFitted covers and under trays preventing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion adjacent body mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion adjacent body mounting
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail168,802 miles (+790)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,802 miles
    Test number
    730313286618
    • MajorNearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFitted covers and under trays preventing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion adjacent body mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion adjacent body mounting
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass168,012 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    168,012 miles
    Test number
    430191765804
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  12. Fail168,012 miles (+8,595)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,012 miles
    Test number
    106180844709
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  13. Pass159,417 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    159,417 miles
    Test number
    498676451068
    • AdvisoryFront Anti - roll bar D bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slow to retract.
    • AdvisoryTow hitch removed at time of test.

  14. Fail159,417 miles (+7,315)2 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,417 miles
    Test number
    489470644468
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti - roll bar D bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slow to retract.
    • AdvisoryTow hitch removed at time of test.

  15. Pass152,102 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    152,102 miles
    Test number
    256244655104
    • NoteCorrosion to O/S/F inner sill adjacent body / chassis mounting, but considered excessive.
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  16. Fail152,102 miles (+8,024)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,102 miles
    Test number
    975394255115
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to O/S/F inner sill adjacent body / chassis mounting, but considered excessive.
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  17. Pass144,078 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    144,078 miles
    Test number
    138305454188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  18. Fail144,078 miles (+7,600)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,078 miles
    Test number
    627865154194
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  19. Pass136,478 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    136,478 miles
    Test number
    105408443182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brakes binding slightly.

  20. Fail136,478 miles (+36,041)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,478 miles
    Test number
    387468543174
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brakes binding slightly.

  21. Pass100,437 miles (-30,465)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    100,437 miles
    Test number
    639479252135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteStandard fitment seat belt missing
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  22. Fail130,902 miles (+9,199)6 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,902 miles
    Test number
    385198262006
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteStandard fitment seat belt missing
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  23. Fail121,703 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,703 miles
    Test number
    647647561080
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)

  24. Pass121,703 miles (+8,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    121,703 miles
    Test number
    908417961043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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. Pass113,388 miles (+8,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    113,388 miles
    Test number
    634315250045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass105,050 miles (+8,065)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    105,050 miles
    Test number
    362085659035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass96,985 miles (+9,623)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    96,985 miles
    Test number
    724956158032
    • NoteHandbrake could do with adjusting
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has a nail in it

  28. Pass87,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    87,362 miles
    Test number
    740813247080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail87,362 miles (+7,436)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,362 miles
    Test number
    544543947074
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  30. Pass79,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    79,926 miles
    Test number
    481211566000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S62 RKG

Does S62 RKG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S62 RKG expired on 7 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S62 RKG?
The MOT on S62 RKG expired on 7 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S62 RKG done?
S62 RKG was recorded at 175,710 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2023, an average of 5,450 miles a year.
Has S62 RKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S62 RKG has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on S62 RKG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S62 RKG find?
S62 RKG passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged; both inner sill panel have significant corrosion but not within any prescribed area(s).; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 4 more.

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