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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,493 cc

S99 CYFMOT history

S99 CYF is a green petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 17 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2023
Mileage
108,231 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S99 CYF
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
17 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S99 CYF was last recorded at 108,231 miles on 12 Oct 2023, 2,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Aug 2007: 18,568 miles, lower than 40,770 miles on 6 Sept 2006.

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
105,878 miles · 17 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,353 miles
Average per year
3,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,231 miles
  • 2022 – 105,878 miles
  • 2021 – 102,599 miles
  • 2020 – 99,520 miles
  • 2019 – 96,736 miles
  • 2018 – 92,713 miles
  • 2017 – 90,969 miles
  • 2016 – 88,505 miles
  • 2015 – 83,944 miles
  • 2014 – 80,085 miles
  • 2013 – 76,505 miles
  • 2012 – 74,381 miles
  • 2011 – 66,788 miles
  • 2010 – 58,344 miles
  • 2009 – 52,899 miles
  • 2008 – 49,958 miles
  • 2007 – 18,568 miles
  • 2006 – 40,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,231 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,231 miles (+2,353)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,231 miles
    Test number
    842223993576
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass105,878 miles (+3,279)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    105,878 miles
    Test number
    347802408859
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass102,599 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,599 miles
    Test number
    937205264024
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail102,597 miles (+3,077)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,597 miles
    Test number
    239774229177
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass99,520 miles (+2,784)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    99,520 miles
    Test number
    893323360957
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass96,736 miles (+4,023)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    96,736 miles
    Test number
    494370647116
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass92,713 miles (+1,744)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    92,713 miles
    Test number
    461314887624
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,969 miles (+2,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    90,969 miles
    Test number
    188156153242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass88,505 miles (+4,561)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    88,505 miles
    Test number
    606932711258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,944 miles
    Test number
    580686162251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,944 miles (+3,859)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,944 miles
    Test number
    250683801627
    • FailureOffside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  12. Pass80,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,085 miles
    Test number
    409528224343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,085 miles (+3,580)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,085 miles
    Test number
    559408424346
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass76,505 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,505 miles
    Test number
    917456533397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,381 miles (+57)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,381 miles
    Test number
    575525012332
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front outer cv boots perished
    • NoteNearside rear seat back has play

  16. Fail74,324 miles (+7,536)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,324 miles
    Test number
    106551212317
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front outer cv boots perished
    • NoteNearside rear seat back has play
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall (inner)perished

  17. Pass66,788 miles (+8,444)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,788 miles
    Test number
    438179891297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight corrosion to both chassis rails
    • NoteSlight corrosion to both inner sills

  18. Pass58,344 miles (+5,445)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,344 miles
    Test number
    673598620224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,899 miles (+2,941)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    52,899 miles
    Test number
    633142339224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,958 miles (+31,390)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    49,958 miles
    Test number
    911653458215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,568 miles (-22,202)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,568 miles
    Test number
    924800547252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,770 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,770 miles
    Test number
    994159346224
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S99 CYF

Does S99 CYF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S99 CYF expired on 16 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S99 CYF?
The MOT on S99 CYF expired on 16 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S99 CYF done?
S99 CYF was recorded at 108,231 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2023, an average of 3,946 miles a year.
Has S99 CYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S99 CYF has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S99 CYF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S99 CYF find?
S99 CYF failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2023 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 6 more.

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