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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,870 cc

T16 STSMOT history

T16 STS is a grey diesel Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 30 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 110,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
110,987 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 STS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 STS was last recorded at 110,987 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,978 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
6,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,987 miles
  • 2025 – 100,219 miles
  • 2024 – 98,929 miles
  • 2023 – 89,480 miles
  • 2022 – 88,514 miles
  • 2021 – 87,326 miles
  • 2020 – 86,562 miles
  • 2019 – 85,080 miles
  • 2018 – 83,220 miles
  • 2017 – 81,343 miles
  • 2016 – 65,026 miles
  • 2015 – 50,433 miles
  • 2014 – 37,083 miles
  • 2013 – 33,303 miles
  • 2012 – 25,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,987 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,987 miles (+9)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    110,987 miles
    Test number
    454860078949
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail110,978 miles (+10,759)5 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,978 miles
    Test number
    391650186625
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,219 miles3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    100,219 miles
    Test number
    829438566083
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded in areas

  4. Fail100,209 miles (+1,280)1 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,209 miles
    Test number
    481144958051
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded in areas

  5. Pass98,929 miles (+1)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,929 miles
    Test number
    750982010819
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded in areas

  6. Fail98,928 miles (+9,448)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,928 miles
    Test number
    213592569592
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded in areas

  7. Pass89,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    89,480 miles
    Test number
    442654085161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,480 miles (+966)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,480 miles
    Test number
    629677623390
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass88,514 miles (+1,188)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    88,514 miles
    Test number
    198827065464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,326 miles (+764)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    87,326 miles
    Test number
    847637520600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,562 miles (+1,482)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,562 miles
    Test number
    116507454287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to the cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass85,080 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    85,080 miles
    Test number
    491815466763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on the axle (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail85,079 miles (+1,859)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,079 miles
    Test number
    799613174407
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle at 30% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on the axle (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass83,220 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    83,220 miles
    Test number
    776782771899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Fail83,216 miles (+1,873)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,216 miles
    Test number
    899691341424
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  16. Pass81,343 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,343 miles
    Test number
    710547684770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,051 miles
    Test number
    681623116914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,051 miles (+1,294)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,051 miles
    Test number
    118789734187
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

  19. Pass77,757 miles (+12,731)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,757 miles
    Test number
    530717615418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,026 miles
    Test number
    591215095975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail65,026 miles (+14,593)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,026 miles
    Test number
    482688015974
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  22. Pass50,433 miles (+13,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    50,433 miles
    Test number
    279996405184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass37,083 miles (+3,780)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,083 miles
    Test number
    257345794017
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass33,303 miles (+7,436)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    33,303 miles
    Test number
    307107383217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front discs rusting on inner surface

  25. Pass25,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    25,867 miles
    Test number
    819210402351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail25,867 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,867 miles
    Test number
    955670702395
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T16 STS

Does T16 STS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 STS is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 STS?
The MOT on T16 STS is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 STS done?
T16 STS was recorded at 110,987 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 6,376 miles a year.
Has T16 STS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 STS has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T16 STS 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 T16 STS find?
T16 STS passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 11 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 8 more.

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