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Suzuki Vitara

Grey and Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,598 cc

V40 DREMOT history

V40 DRE is a grey and black diesel Suzuki Vitara first used on 10 Aug 2015. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 98,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

V40 DRE grey Suzuki Vitara – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
98,199 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 DRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Vitara
Colour
Grey and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
10 Aug 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 DRE was last recorded at 98,199 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,199 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,199 miles
  • 2025 – 91,977 miles
  • 2024 – 85,743 miles
  • 2023 – 78,026 miles
  • 2022 – 66,109 miles
  • 2021 – 53,941 miles
  • 2020 – 53,676 miles
  • 2019 – 44,719 miles
  • 2018 – 34,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,199 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 2 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,199 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    98,199 miles
    Test number
    815977299656
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail98,199 miles (+6,222)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,199 miles
    Test number
    800839653172
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass91,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    91,977 miles
    Test number
    470894442413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail91,977 miles (+6,234)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,977 miles
    Test number
    524361593512
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  5. Pass85,743 miles (+7,717)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,743 miles
    Test number
    665484768929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,026 miles (+11,917)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,026 miles
    Test number
    261171777566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,109 miles (+12,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,109 miles
    Test number
    788753811701
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  8. Pass53,941 miles (+265)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    53,941 miles
    Test number
    369438719765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,676 miles (+8,957)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,676 miles
    Test number
    581553335675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    44,719 miles
    Test number
    652692890104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,719 miles (+10,706)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,719 miles
    Test number
    864372291817
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass34,013 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    34,013 miles
    Test number
    746099958838
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Fail34,013 miles1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,013 miles
    Test number
    966476474520
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

Questions about V40 DRE

Does V40 DRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 DRE is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 DRE?
The MOT on V40 DRE is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 DRE done?
V40 DRE was recorded at 98,199 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 8,334 miles a year.
Has V40 DRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 DRE has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V40 DRE 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 V40 DRE find?
V40 DRE passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen wiper blade defective; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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