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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 2,493 cc

V699 KGUMOT history

V699 KGU is a gold petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 8 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 85,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2025
Mileage
85,362 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V699 KGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,493 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V699 KGU was last recorded at 85,362 miles on 19 Jan 2024, 365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Oct 2012: 59,381 miles, lower than 112,991 miles on 3 Oct 2012.

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
84,997 miles · 11 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
365 miles
Average per year
2,533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,362 miles
  • 2023 – 84,997 miles
  • 2022 – 84,626 miles
  • 2020 – 84,022 miles
  • 2019 – 83,277 miles
  • 2018 – 80,901 miles
  • 2017 – 75,100 miles
  • 2016 – 69,023 miles
  • 2014 – 63,673 miles
  • 2013 – 61,949 miles
  • 2012 – 59,622 miles
  • 2011 – 57,040 miles
  • 2010 – 54,916 miles
  • 2009 – 53,017 miles
  • 2008 – 51,207 miles
  • 2007 – 46,092 miles
  • 2006 – 41,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,362 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,362 miles (+365)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,362 miles
    Test number
    499726937260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass84,997 miles (+371)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    84,997 miles
    Test number
    755686925614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass84,626 miles (+604)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,626 miles
    Test number
    301716905141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,022 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,022 miles
    Test number
    304882368697
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail84,012 miles (+735)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,012 miles
    Test number
    680365375218
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass83,277 miles (+2,376)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,277 miles
    Test number
    904066997921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,901 miles (+5,801)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,901 miles
    Test number
    878821504373
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass75,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,100 miles
    Test number
    884366384950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,100 miles (+6,077)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,100 miles
    Test number
    581522984422
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking front to rear at rear (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass69,023 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,023 miles
    Test number
    562924691895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Pipe to LSV. Corroded at securing clip on chassis. (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail69,023 miles (+5,350)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,023 miles
    Test number
    186251289406
    • FailureNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Tail pipe (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working N501S (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Pipe to LSV. Corroded at securing clip on chassis. (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail63,673 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,673 miles
    Test number
    317629434371
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass63,673 miles (+1,724)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    63,673 miles
    Test number
    585529634300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Fail61,949 miles1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,949 miles
    Test number
    148650643360
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass61,949 miles (+2,327)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    61,949 miles
    Test number
    479480143468
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass59,622 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,622 miles
    Test number
    129278722303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,381 miles (-53,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    59,381 miles
    Test number
    389708472413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail112,991 miles (+55,951)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,991 miles
    Test number
    817177772278
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass57,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,040 miles
    Test number
    227679151280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,040 miles (+2,124)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,040 miles
    Test number
    215681151277
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

  21. Pass54,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    54,916 miles
    Test number
    931483750248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,916 miles (+1,899)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,916 miles
    Test number
    272629840206
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass53,017 miles (+1,810)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    53,017 miles
    Test number
    310962859269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight bind off-side front brake

  24. Pass51,207 miles (+5,115)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,207 miles
    Test number
    363351768415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,092 miles (+4,977)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,092 miles
    Test number
    594193317282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,115 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    41,115 miles
    Test number
    481423616221
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail41,115 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,115 miles
    Test number
    710433616236
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about V699 KGU

Does V699 KGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V699 KGU expired on 18 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V699 KGU?
The MOT on V699 KGU expired on 18 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V699 KGU done?
V699 KGU was recorded at 85,362 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2024, an average of 2,533 miles a year.
Has V699 KGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V699 KGU has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on V699 KGU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V699 KGU find?
V699 KGU passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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