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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue and Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T179 RGRMOT history

T179 RGR is a blue and silver diesel Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 83,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2024
Mileage
83,255 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2024
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T179 RGR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Blue and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2024
Latest MOT test
16 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T179 RGR was last recorded at 83,255 miles on 16 May 2024, 741 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,514 miles · 18 May 2023
Between the last two tests
741 miles
Average per year
1,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,255 miles
  • 2023 – 82,514 miles
  • 2022 – 81,624 miles
  • 2021 – 80,224 miles
  • 2020 – 78,946 miles
  • 2019 – 77,442 miles
  • 2018 – 76,003 miles
  • 2017 – 74,407 miles
  • 2016 – 72,647 miles
  • 2015 – 70,407 miles
  • 2014 – 67,909 miles
  • 2013 – 65,329 miles
  • 2012 – 63,022 miles
  • 2010 – 61,523 miles
  • 2009 – 58,066 miles
  • 2008 – 55,126 miles
  • 2007 – 52,486 miles
  • 2006 – 48,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail83,255 miles
  • 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 Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre + rear sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Advise oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to back

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail83,255 miles (+741)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,255 miles
    Test number
    281279411999
    • 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 Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre + rear sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (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 Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass82,514 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    82,514 miles
    Test number
    472902272492
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to back
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail82,510 miles (+886)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,510 miles
    Test number
    504740376675
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to back
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass81,624 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,624 miles
    Test number
    469126041344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail81,619 miles (+1,395)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,619 miles
    Test number
    160717386258
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass80,224 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    80,224 miles
    Test number
    305681187461
    • AdvisoryAdvise front brake discs corroded

  7. Fail80,220 miles (+1,274)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,220 miles
    Test number
    661737859479
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise front brake discs corroded

  8. Pass78,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    78,946 miles
    Test number
    663220490015
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil leak

  9. Fail78,946 miles (+1,504)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,946 miles
    Test number
    284213279301
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil leak

  10. Pass77,442 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,442 miles
    Test number
    754646938934
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail77,435 miles (+1,432)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,435 miles
    Test number
    664005865905
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass76,003 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    76,003 miles
    Test number
    568865578419
    • AdvisoryN/s/f + o/s/f shocker corroded

  13. Fail75,989 miles (+1,582)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,989 miles
    Test number
    120098092221
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front to rear inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front to rear inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f + o/s/f shocker corroded

  14. Pass74,407 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    74,407 miles
    Test number
    621004469895
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil leak

  15. Fail74,404 miles (+1,757)3 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,404 miles
    Test number
    969599403488
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil leak

  16. Pass72,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    958852749032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,647 miles (+2,240)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    737394186325
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass70,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    70,407 miles
    Test number
    266987325473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,407 miles (+2,498)1 dangerous3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,407 miles
    Test number
    916116625179
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAdvise fuel lines corroded
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust tail pipe exessivly corroded

  20. Pass67,909 miles (+2,580)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    67,909 miles
    Test number
    809293734179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,329 miles (+2,307)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,329 miles
    Test number
    279200433189
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f tyre inner tread scrubbed

  22. Pass63,022 miles (+1,499)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,022 miles
    Test number
    687547032118
    • NoteAdvise battery insecure

  23. Pass61,523 miles (+3,457)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    61,523 miles
    Test number
    222243590100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,066 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,066 miles
    Test number
    912734279114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,126 miles (+2,640)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    55,126 miles
    Test number
    833982398142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  26. Pass52,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    52,486 miles
    Test number
    804028287148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,486 miles (+3,908)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,486 miles
    Test number
    404566987160
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass48,578 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    48,578 miles
    Test number
    644216586103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail48,559 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,559 miles
    Test number
    472965986152
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T179 RGR

Does T179 RGR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T179 RGR expired on 19 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T179 RGR?
The MOT on T179 RGR expired on 19 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T179 RGR done?
T179 RGR was recorded at 83,255 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2024, an average of 1,942 miles a year.
Has T179 RGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T179 RGR has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T179 RGR 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 T179 RGR find?
T179 RGR failed its latest MOT on 16 May 2024 with 5 major defects: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre + rear sill; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn, and 2 more.

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