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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T278 BNNMOT history

T278 BNN is a blue diesel Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 124,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
124,144 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 BNN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T278 BNN was last recorded at 124,144 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 9,625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,519 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
9,625 miles
Average per year
3,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,144 miles
  • 2024 – 114,519 miles
  • 2023 – 105,360 miles
  • 2021 – 99,946 miles
  • 2020 – 95,654 miles
  • 2011 – 91,279 miles
  • 2010 – 88,043 miles
  • 2009 – 81,509 miles
  • 2008 – 74,123 miles
  • 2007 – 66,718 miles
  • 2006 – 57,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,144 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible coupling has a slight blow. (6.1.2 (a))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2 flexi and joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 across axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,144 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    124,144 miles
    Test number
    789805641264
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible coupling has a slight blow. (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail124,144 miles (+9,625)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,144 miles
    Test number
    632515648426
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum contaminated Has oil contamination. (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible coupling has a slight blow. (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass114,519 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    114,519 miles
    Test number
    981681351051
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2 flexi and joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 across axle (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail114,519 miles (+9,159)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,519 miles
    Test number
    224782487824
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s and n/s 235.60.16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2 flexi and joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 across axle (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass105,360 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,360 miles
    Test number
    333719611716
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rotation tyre fitted o the wrong side
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail105,339 miles (+5,393)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,339 miles
    Test number
    773525783669
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass99,946 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    99,946 miles
    Test number
    946103876464
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail99,946 miles (+4,292)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,946 miles
    Test number
    888376501705
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass95,654 miles (+4,375)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    95,654 miles
    Test number
    884436887901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,279 miles (+3,236)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    91,279 miles
    Test number
    356573761083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteInner sills starting to rust
    • NoteN/s front brake lazy

  11. Fail88,043 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,043 miles
    Test number
    452039860049
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front brake low efficiency
    • NoteRear fuel pipes corroding

  12. Pass88,043 miles (+6,534)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    88,043 miles
    Test number
    603879960086
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front brake low efficiency
    • NoteRear fuel pipes corroding

  13. Pass81,509 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    81,509 miles
    Test number
    141889369421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail81,509 miles (+7,386)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,509 miles
    Test number
    940839469088
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass74,123 miles (+7,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    74,123 miles
    Test number
    381391778061
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Fail66,718 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,718 miles
    Test number
    774779177037
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s front brake low efficiency

  17. Pass66,718 miles (+8,833)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    66,718 miles
    Test number
    882759177084
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s front brake low efficiency

  18. Pass57,885 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    57,885 miles
    Test number
    123780896493
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f brake binding slightly

Questions about T278 BNN

Does T278 BNN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T278 BNN is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T278 BNN?
The MOT on T278 BNN is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T278 BNN done?
T278 BNN was recorded at 124,144 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 3,371 miles a year.
Has T278 BNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 BNN has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T278 BNN 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 T278 BNN find?
T278 BNN passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible coupling has a slight blow..

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