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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,493 cc

T740 FWRMOT history

T740 FWR is a blue petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 15 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 122,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
122,308 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T740 FWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,493 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T740 FWR was last recorded at 122,308 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Mar 2007: 23,982 miles, lower than 36,823 miles on 24 Mar 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
122,305 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,308 miles
  • 2025 – 117,835 miles
  • 2024 – 112,953 miles
  • 2023 – 105,932 miles
  • 2022 – 100,294 miles
  • 2021 – 96,648 miles
  • 2020 – 94,053 miles
  • 2019 – 89,992 miles
  • 2016 – 87,038 miles
  • 2015 – 82,233 miles
  • 2014 – 75,578 miles
  • 2013 – 71,002 miles
  • 2012 – 66,209 miles
  • 2011 – 61,661 miles
  • 2010 – 58,097 miles
  • 2009 – 53,577 miles
  • 2008 – 48,226 miles
  • 2007 – 23,982 miles
  • 2006 – 36,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,308 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Headlamp aim too low both

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,308 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    122,308 miles
    Test number
    303655881700
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail122,305 miles (+4,470)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,305 miles
    Test number
    928636311016
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly stretched (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass117,835 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    117,835 miles
    Test number
    496045767297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail117,831 miles (+4,878)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,831 miles
    Test number
    163769803887
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass112,953 miles (+7,021)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    112,953 miles
    Test number
    343079930646
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  6. Pass105,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    105,932 miles
    Test number
    243018378703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail105,928 miles (+5,634)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,928 miles
    Test number
    229002885055
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass100,294 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    100,294 miles
    Test number
    877828434892
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail100,289 miles (+3,641)13 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,289 miles
    Test number
    416410021025
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded both innerwing (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer and inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill to inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer and inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill to inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass96,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    96,648 miles
    Test number
    321795857315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,648 miles (+2,595)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,648 miles
    Test number
    255563723976
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
  12. Pass94,053 miles (+4,061)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    94,053 miles
    Test number
    963038006577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,992 miles
    Test number
    195021657321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail89,988 miles (+2,950)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,988 miles
    Test number
    728246836929
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  15. Pass87,038 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    87,038 miles
    Test number
    322151912279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail87,037 miles (+4,804)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,037 miles
    Test number
    403965377466
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded cylinder (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass82,233 miles11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,233 miles
    Test number
    145350685454
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Fail82,233 miles (+6,655)5 failures11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,233 miles
    Test number
    518316475026
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  19. Pass75,578 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,578 miles
    Test number
    287199274052
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear body mountings slight corrosion in a perscribed area
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Fail75,578 miles (+4,576)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,578 miles
    Test number
    177817374065
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear body mountings slight corrosion in a perscribed area
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  21. Pass71,002 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,002 miles
    Test number
    326424483093
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  22. Fail71,002 miles (+4,793)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,002 miles
    Test number
    346924983073
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  23. Pass66,209 miles (+4,548)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,209 miles
    Test number
    726539582092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,661 miles
    Test number
    978551981014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail61,661 miles (+3,564)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,661 miles
    Test number
    895831381042
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass58,097 miles (+4,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,097 miles
    Test number
    443544280015
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
  27. Pass53,577 miles (+5,351)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,577 miles
    Test number
    102626089019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,226 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,226 miles
    Test number
    831641598085
    • NoteUnable to check any rear seatbelts-3 child seats fitted
  29. Fail48,226 miles (+24,244)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,226 miles
    Test number
    980211298075
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteUnable to check any rear seatbelts-3 child seats fitted
  30. Pass23,982 miles (-12,841)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,982 miles
    Test number
    122879087015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass36,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,823 miles
    Test number
    473643186035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T740 FWR

Does T740 FWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T740 FWR is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T740 FWR?
The MOT on T740 FWR is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T740 FWR done?
T740 FWR was recorded at 122,308 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 4,265 miles a year.
Has T740 FWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T740 FWR has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T740 FWR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Mar 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T740 FWR find?
T740 FWR passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills.

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