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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,493 cc

T286 BAFMOT history

T286 BAF is a green petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 99,736 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2022
Mileage
99,736 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T286 BAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,493 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T286 BAF was last recorded at 99,736 miles on 20 Jul 2022, 1,011 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2019: 95,460 miles, lower than 97,656 miles on 15 Jun 2018.

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
98,725 miles · 19 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,011 miles
Average per year
4,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,736 miles
  • 2021 – 98,725 miles
  • 2020 – 97,384 miles
  • 2019 – 95,460 miles
  • 2018 – 97,656 miles
  • 2017 – 92,796 miles
  • 2016 – 89,948 miles
  • 2015 – 86,978 miles
  • 2014 – 84,504 miles
  • 2013 – 81,590 miles
  • 2012 – 79,849 miles
  • 2010 – 73,605 miles
  • 2009 – 69,398 miles
  • 2008 – 62,476 miles
  • 2007 – 48,787 miles
  • 2006 – 38,249 miles
  • 2005 – 33,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail99,736 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in a protective coating (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted at time of test

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail99,736 miles (+1,011)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,736 miles
    Test number
    516945126104
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in a protective coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted at time of test

  2. Pass98,725 miles (+1,341)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    98,725 miles
    Test number
    631934891459
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass97,384 miles (+1,924)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    97,384 miles
    Test number
    212386059325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass95,460 miles (-2,196)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    95,460 miles
    Test number
    903024338008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass97,656 miles (+4,860)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,656 miles
    Test number
    249942192552
    • AdvisoryLower under side of car is starting to get poor condition with rust

  6. Pass92,796 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    92,796 miles
    Test number
    509986668999
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  7. Fail92,796 miles (+2,848)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,796 miles
    Test number
    861033674943
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded across rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from load compensator valve to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  8. Pass89,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,948 miles
    Test number
    763636038244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,948 miles (+2,970)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,948 miles
    Test number
    211069588239
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi to hub (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass86,978 miles (+2,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    86,978 miles
    Test number
    836941585108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass84,504 miles (+2,914)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,504 miles
    Test number
    105255384102
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass81,590 miles (+67)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    81,590 miles
    Test number
    487557863087
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail81,523 miles (+1,674)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,523 miles
    Test number
    186105263088
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass79,849 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,849 miles
    Test number
    548428762080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTowbar assembly modified but not inappropriately (6.6.7)
    • NoteOffside front brake disc inner face corroded
    • NoteTrailer socket ...fog light inoperative
    • NoteTrailer socket...tail lights inoperative

  15. Fail79,849 miles (+6,244)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,849 miles
    Test number
    608068462046
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTowbar assembly modified but not inappropriately (6.6.7)
    • NoteOffside front brake disc inner face corroded
    • NoteTrailer socket ...fog light inoperative
    • NoteTrailer socket...tail lights inoperative

  16. Pass73,605 miles (+4,207)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    73,605 miles
    Test number
    751008200353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,398 miles (+6,922)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,398 miles
    Test number
    593587109395
    • NoteBoth front outer CV boots perishing
    • NoteBrake pipe starting to corrod
    • NoteExhaust system corroded and poor

  18. Pass62,476 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    62,476 miles
    Test number
    231572718387
    • NoteBoth front outer CV boots perishing
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteOff side front inner side of tyre worn low

  19. Fail62,476 miles (+13,689)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,476 miles
    Test number
    140292818397
    • FailureCentre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front outer CV boots perishing
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteOff side front inner side of tyre worn low

  20. Pass48,787 miles (+10,538)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    48,787 miles
    Test number
    794250417337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,249 miles (+4,921)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,249 miles
    Test number
    220686456331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    33,328 miles
    Test number
    941763165378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T286 BAF

Does T286 BAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T286 BAF expired on 18 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T286 BAF?
The MOT on T286 BAF expired on 18 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T286 BAF done?
T286 BAF was recorded at 99,736 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2022, an average of 4,011 miles a year.
Has T286 BAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T286 BAF has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T286 BAF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jun 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T286 BAF find?
T286 BAF failed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2022 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 9 more.

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