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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,590 cc

Y243 JAWMOT history

Y243 JAW is a red petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 24 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 May 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 95,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 May 2026
Mileage
95,023 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 JAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 May 2026
Latest MOT test
21 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 JAW was last recorded at 95,023 miles on 21 May 2025, 678 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Nov 2013: 28,666 miles, lower than 72,820 miles on 13 Nov 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
94,345 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
678 miles
Average per year
2,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,023 miles
  • 2024 – 94,345 miles
  • 2023 – 92,557 miles
  • 2022 – 90,840 miles
  • 2021 – 89,364 miles
  • 2020 – 88,019 miles
  • 2019 – 86,687 miles
  • 2018 – 84,312 miles
  • 2017 – 81,466 miles
  • 2016 – 78,826 miles
  • 2015 – 77,086 miles
  • 2014 – 75,377 miles
  • 2013 – 74,467 miles
  • 2012 – 72,820 miles
  • 2011 – 71,759 miles
  • 2010 – 68,626 miles
  • 2009 – 62,534 miles
  • 2008 – 56,241 miles
  • 2007 – 50,856 miles
  • 2006 – 43,618 miles
  • 2005 – 37,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,023 miles
  • AdvisoryBody and suspension components corroded rearRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,023 miles (+678)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    95,023 miles
    Test number
    200058504437
    • AdvisoryBody and suspension components corroded rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Pass94,345 miles (+62)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    94,345 miles
    Test number
    218640029846
    • AdvisoryBody and suspension components corroded rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Fail94,283 miles (+1,726)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,283 miles
    Test number
    794962487695
    • 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody and suspension components corroded rear
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass92,557 miles (+1,717)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    92,557 miles
    Test number
    631526527098
    • AdvisoryBody and suspension components corroded rear
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Pass90,840 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    90,840 miles
    Test number
    298682232624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail90,840 miles (+1,476)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,840 miles
    Test number
    392833440345
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass89,364 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,364 miles
    Test number
    455051233787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seat belts

  8. Fail89,361 miles (+1,342)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,361 miles
    Test number
    905826631374
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seat belts

  9. Pass88,019 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,019 miles
    Test number
    439388680355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seat belts

  10. Fail88,019 miles (+1,332)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,019 miles
    Test number
    334999864526
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seat belts

  11. Pass86,687 miles (+2,375)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,687 miles
    Test number
    896799486213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,312 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    84,312 miles
    Test number
    537220785647
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  13. Fail84,254 miles (+2,788)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,254 miles
    Test number
    567850784426
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  14. Pass81,466 miles (+2,640)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,466 miles
    Test number
    483126187093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,826 miles
    Test number
    269226840892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,826 miles (+1,740)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,826 miles
    Test number
    488503099435
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  17. Pass77,086 miles (+1,709)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,086 miles
    Test number
    351518843008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,377 miles (+910)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,377 miles
    Test number
    457296114399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass74,467 miles (+45,801)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,467 miles
    Test number
    469258313355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,666 miles (-44,154)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,666 miles
    Test number
    245967213355
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  21. Pass72,820 miles (+1,061)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    72,820 miles
    Test number
    635578412304
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT ON INSIDE EDGES. FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW.

  22. Pass71,759 miles (+3,133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    71,759 miles
    Test number
    435843931459
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW.

  23. Pass68,626 miles (+6,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    68,626 miles
    Test number
    783793540316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass62,534 miles (+6,293)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    62,534 miles
    Test number
    380143659362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,241 miles (+5,385)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    56,241 miles
    Test number
    720715958338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,856 miles (+7,238)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    50,856 miles
    Test number
    450268347485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,618 miles (+6,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    43,618 miles
    Test number
    502192156328
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass37,425 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    37,425 miles
    Test number
    892686755310
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y243 JAW

Does Y243 JAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y243 JAW expired on 20 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y243 JAW?
The MOT on Y243 JAW expired on 20 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y243 JAW done?
Y243 JAW was recorded at 95,023 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2025, an average of 2,967 miles a year.
Has Y243 JAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 JAW has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y243 JAW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Nov 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y243 JAW find?
Y243 JAW passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2025 with 10 advisories: body and suspension components corroded rear; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 7 more.

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