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Suzuki Wagon-R+

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,298 cc

Y283 GHCMOT history

Y283 GHC is a silver petrol Suzuki Wagon-R+ first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 73,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2025
Mileage
73,774 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y283 GHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Wagon-R+
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y283 GHC was last recorded at 73,774 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 1,701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,073 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,701 miles
Average per year
2,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,774 miles
  • 2024 – 72,073 miles
  • 2023 – 70,730 miles
  • 2022 – 69,236 miles
  • 2021 – 68,391 miles
  • 2020 – 66,778 miles
  • 2019 – 63,555 miles
  • 2018 – 60,747 miles
  • 2017 – 58,234 miles
  • 2016 – 56,468 miles
  • 2015 – 53,101 miles
  • 2014 – 49,310 miles
  • 2013 – 45,946 miles
  • 2012 – 42,552 miles
  • 2011 – 39,088 miles
  • 2010 – 35,246 miles
  • 2009 – 32,229 miles
  • 2008 – 29,015 miles
  • 2007 – 25,228 miles
  • 2006 – 24,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail73,774 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration emits smoke after attaining normal temp and idling, upon acceleration cloud of smoke is emitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail73,774 miles (+1,701)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,774 miles
    Test number
    356459604428
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass72,073 miles (+1,343)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    72,073 miles
    Test number
    514539290000
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door interior handle deteriorated/faulty but still working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass70,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,730 miles
    Test number
    806385941015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail70,730 miles (+1,494)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,730 miles
    Test number
    308045506784
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass69,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    69,236 miles
    Test number
    297520301924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail69,236 miles (+845)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,236 miles
    Test number
    770133858015
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass68,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,391 miles
    Test number
    530780806249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,391 miles (+1,613)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,391 miles
    Test number
    686204918448
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass66,778 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    66,778 miles
    Test number
    557963602520
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail66,775 miles (+3,220)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,775 miles
    Test number
    101843746644
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass63,555 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,555 miles
    Test number
    649956278758
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration emits smoke after attaining normal temp and idling, upon acceleration cloud of smoke is emitted. (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail63,553 miles (+2,806)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,553 miles
    Test number
    108388982043
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration emits smoke after attaining normal temp and idling, upon acceleration cloud of smoke is emitted. (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass60,747 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    60,747 miles
    Test number
    782247563914
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play inner axial joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on inner/outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEml illuminated

  14. Fail60,747 miles (+2,513)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,747 miles
    Test number
    202639348959
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play inner axial joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on inner/outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEml illuminated

  15. Pass58,234 miles (+1,766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    58,234 miles
    Test number
    829724015714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass56,468 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,468 miles
    Test number
    561811326425
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre on legal limit
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perishing

  17. Fail56,468 miles (+3,367)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,468 miles
    Test number
    580390432657
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre on legal limit
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perishing

  18. Pass53,101 miles (+3,791)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,101 miles
    Test number
    815961635141
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass49,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    49,310 miles
    Test number
    116682634106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,310 miles (+3,364)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,310 miles
    Test number
    348212034139
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass45,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    45,946 miles
    Test number
    686598333186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,946 miles (+3,394)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,946 miles
    Test number
    417033833150
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass42,552 miles (+3,464)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,552 miles
    Test number
    988299912142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,088 miles (+3,842)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,088 miles
    Test number
    956989421115
    • Note165/60/14
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteRear wiper split

  25. Pass35,246 miles (+3,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,246 miles
    Test number
    861335920180
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass32,229 miles (+3,214)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,229 miles
    Test number
    683468029163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAdvise small cut on offside front tyre sidewall

  27. Pass29,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,015 miles
    Test number
    693180648102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail29,015 miles (+3,787)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,015 miles
    Test number
    914980548109
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass25,228 miles (+1,224)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    25,228 miles
    Test number
    353216337106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass24,004 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,004 miles
    Test number
    354751076196
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked

Questions about Y283 GHC

Does Y283 GHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y283 GHC expired on 5 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y283 GHC?
The MOT on Y283 GHC expired on 5 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y283 GHC done?
Y283 GHC was recorded at 73,774 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 2,558 miles a year.
Has Y283 GHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y283 GHC has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y283 GHC 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 Y283 GHC find?
Y283 GHC failed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 7 major defects: central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; offside front headlamp aim too high, and 4 more.

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