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Suzuki Grand Vitara

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

V643 DUXMOT history

V643 DUX is a green and silver diesel Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 2 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 129,022 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2023
Mileage
129,022 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V643 DUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Green and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V643 DUX was last recorded at 129,022 miles on 31 Oct 2022, 1,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,995 miles · 29 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,027 miles
Average per year
5,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 129,022 miles
  • 2021 – 127,995 miles
  • 2020 – 126,182 miles
  • 2019 – 123,609 miles
  • 2018 – 121,229 miles
  • 2017 – 112,451 miles
  • 2016 – 99,882 miles
  • 2015 – 93,125 miles
  • 2014 – 92,179 miles
  • 2013 – 90,491 miles
  • 2012 – 87,551 miles
  • 2011 – 84,913 miles
  • 2010 – 79,738 miles
  • 2009 – 70,723 miles
  • 2008 – 62,973 miles
  • 2007 – 54,797 miles
  • 2006 – 48,083 miles
  • 2005 – 39,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,022 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear wheel arches slightly corroded

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,022 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    129,022 miles
    Test number
    507167611619
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches slightly corroded

  2. Fail129,022 miles (+1,027)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,022 miles
    Test number
    332507019974
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches slightly corroded

  3. Pass127,995 miles (+1,813)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    127,995 miles
    Test number
    989786090543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass126,182 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,182 miles
    Test number
    375916027598
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe slightly corroded

  5. Fail126,182 miles (+2,573)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,182 miles
    Test number
    951514016994
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe slightly corroded

  6. Pass123,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,609 miles
    Test number
    171807960447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail123,609 miles (+2,380)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,609 miles
    Test number
    878439207190
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  8. Pass121,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    121,229 miles
    Test number
    713534772737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail121,229 miles (+8,778)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,229 miles
    Test number
    931429025085
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass112,451 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    112,451 miles
    Test number
    899539024067
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (7.1.2)

  11. Fail112,451 miles (+12,569)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,451 miles
    Test number
    209141432417
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high o/s and n/s (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (7.1.2)

  12. Pass99,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,882 miles
    Test number
    530360473928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail99,882 miles (+6,757)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,882 miles
    Test number
    952915277447
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported tail pipe rubber broken (7.1.1)

  14. Fail93,125 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,125 miles
    Test number
    568670985158
    • Repaired at testFront Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testPower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

  15. Pass93,125 miles (+946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,125 miles
    Test number
    776010085192
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

  16. Pass92,179 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    92,179 miles
    Test number
    158906674174
    • NoteExhaust box deteriating
    • NoteSmall crack in right hand rear lamp lens

  17. Fail92,179 miles (+1,688)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,179 miles
    Test number
    907525174118
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust box deteriating
    • NoteSmall crack in right hand rear lamp lens

  18. Pass90,491 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    90,491 miles
    Test number
    897006173188
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer 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)
    • NoteExhaust deteriating
    • NoteRight hand rear lamp lens cracked

  19. Fail90,491 miles (+2,940)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,491 miles
    Test number
    528836073101
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer 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)
    • NoteExhaust deteriating
    • NoteRight hand rear lamp lens cracked

  20. Pass87,551 miles (+2,638)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    87,551 miles
    Test number
    726419292114
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer 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)
    • NoteExhaust silencer box deteriating
    • NoteLeft hand wiper starting to split
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass84,913 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    84,913 miles
    Test number
    398730701457
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Fail84,897 miles (+5,159)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,897 miles
    Test number
    799409391182
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass79,738 miles (+9,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    79,738 miles
    Test number
    513362600279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass70,723 miles (+7,750)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    70,723 miles
    Test number
    980264469176
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass62,973 miles (+8,176)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    62,973 miles
    Test number
    333756368178
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteGearbox mounting bolts missing on cross member

  26. Pass54,797 miles (+6,714)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    54,797 miles
    Test number
    574474777110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass48,083 miles (+8,924)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    48,083 miles
    Test number
    894486486168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,159 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    39,159 miles
    Test number
    634947985119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V643 DUX

Does V643 DUX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V643 DUX expired on 30 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V643 DUX?
The MOT on V643 DUX expired on 30 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V643 DUX done?
V643 DUX was recorded at 129,022 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2022, an average of 5,189 miles a year.
Has V643 DUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V643 DUX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on V643 DUX 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 V643 DUX find?
V643 DUX passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack; rear wheel arches slightly corroded.

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