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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,590 cc

Y218 ECYMOT history

Y218 ECY is a blue petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 3 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 141,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2024
Mileage
141,731 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y218 ECY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y218 ECY was last recorded at 141,731 miles on 17 Nov 2023, 619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,112 miles · 13 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
619 miles
Average per year
6,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 141,731 miles
  • 2022 – 141,112 miles
  • 2021 – 138,935 miles
  • 2020 – 133,939 miles
  • 2019 – 128,810 miles
  • 2018 – 114,690 miles
  • 2017 – 101,241 miles
  • 2016 – 92,402 miles
  • 2015 – 83,950 miles
  • 2014 – 78,324 miles
  • 2013 – 72,697 miles
  • 2012 – 65,918 miles
  • 2011 – 56,297 miles
  • 2010 – 47,306 miles
  • 2009 – 38,730 miles
  • 2008 – 32,229 miles
  • 2007 – 26,809 miles
  • 2006 – 22,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,731 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,731 miles (+619)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    141,731 miles
    Test number
    793401740126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass141,112 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    141,112 miles
    Test number
    169734000369
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail141,045 miles (+2,110)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,045 miles
    Test number
    604349812870
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,935 miles (+4,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    138,935 miles
    Test number
    995520178598
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  5. Pass133,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    133,939 miles
    Test number
    353600318230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail133,939 miles (+5,129)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,939 miles
    Test number
    463088882308
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass128,810 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    128,810 miles
    Test number
    831250867576
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner wings behind headlamps corroded under side of vehicle corroded in general
    • AdvisoryO/s/f body mounting area corroded

  8. Fail128,810 miles (+14,120)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,810 miles
    Test number
    294686827136
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner wings behind headlamps corroded under side of vehicle corroded in general
    • AdvisoryO/s/f body mounting area corroded

  9. Pass114,690 miles (+249)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    114,690 miles
    Test number
    840729924083
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail114,441 miles (+13,200)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,441 miles
    Test number
    665340562285
    • MajorNearside 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 outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass101,241 miles (+8,839)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    101,241 miles
    Test number
    261412712703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,402 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    92,402 miles
    Test number
    675300837186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,400 miles (+2,588)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,400 miles
    Test number
    653299031444
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass89,812 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    89,812 miles
    Test number
    563544992058
    • 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)

  15. Fail89,810 miles (+5,860)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,810 miles
    Test number
    132704971712
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on

  16. Pass83,950 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    83,950 miles
    Test number
    207348725031
    • NoteAdvise brake check
    • NoteAdvise rear brake pipes rusted badly

  17. Fail83,950 miles (+5,626)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,950 miles
    Test number
    248608925008
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAdvise brake check
    • NoteAdvise rear brake pipes rusted badly

  18. Pass78,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,324 miles
    Test number
    687953224053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,324 miles (+5,627)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,324 miles
    Test number
    828730624039
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass72,697 miles (+6,779)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    72,697 miles
    Test number
    488103743075
    • NoteN/s front brake slightly binding

  21. Pass65,918 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    65,918 miles
    Test number
    466980422092
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  22. Fail65,918 miles (+9,621)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,918 miles
    Test number
    189900222461
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  23. Pass56,297 miles (+8,991)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    56,297 miles
    Test number
    676532831085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,306 miles (+19)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    47,306 miles
    Test number
    124173130004
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  25. Fail47,287 miles (+8,557)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,287 miles
    Test number
    154459220053
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail38,730 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,730 miles
    Test number
    544477829079
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass38,730 miles (+6,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,730 miles
    Test number
    854477129016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass32,229 miles (+5,420)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,229 miles
    Test number
    182558628036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass26,809 miles (+3,828)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,809 miles
    Test number
    150615527440
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass22,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,981 miles
    Test number
    112245226070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y218 ECY

Does Y218 ECY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y218 ECY expired on 16 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y218 ECY?
The MOT on Y218 ECY expired on 16 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y218 ECY done?
Y218 ECY was recorded at 141,731 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2023, an average of 6,668 miles a year.
Has Y218 ECY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y218 ECY has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y218 ECY 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 Y218 ECY find?
Y218 ECY passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2023 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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