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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,995 cc

Y298 OUMMOT history

Y298 OUM is a red petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 1 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2022 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 107,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2022
Mileage
107,375 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 OUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 OUM was last recorded at 107,375 miles on 29 Nov 2021, 7,463 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jul 2006: 38,186 miles, lower than 55,270 miles on 25 Jul 2005.

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
99,912 miles · 18 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
7,463 miles
Average per year
3,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 107,375 miles
  • 2020 – 93,427 miles
  • 2019 – 91,737 miles
  • 2018 – 88,498 miles
  • 2017 – 85,562 miles
  • 2016 – 82,999 miles
  • 2015 – 80,962 miles
  • 2014 – 78,571 miles
  • 2013 – 77,287 miles
  • 2012 – 71,835 miles
  • 2011 – 66,367 miles
  • 2009 – 60,690 miles
  • 2008 – 53,203 miles
  • 2007 – 46,555 miles
  • 2006 – 39,901 miles
  • 2005 – 55,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,375 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,375 miles (+7,463)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    107,375 miles
    Test number
    662654130964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass99,912 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,912 miles
    Test number
    531901191367
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears and rear to axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps slightly misted/clouded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail99,912 miles (+6,485)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,912 miles
    Test number
    745159494563
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears and rear to axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps slightly misted/clouded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass93,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    93,427 miles
    Test number
    741963066790
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail93,427 miles (+1,690)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,427 miles
    Test number
    889680430572
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps slightly misted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass91,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    91,737 miles
    Test number
    382777812041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail91,737 miles (+3,239)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,737 miles
    Test number
    656679328156
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass88,498 miles (+2,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,498 miles
    Test number
    978582077461
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  9. Pass85,562 miles (+2,563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    85,562 miles
    Test number
    237325095121
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion near off side body mounting

  10. Pass82,999 miles (+2,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,999 miles
    Test number
    366737148865
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded but not holed. tow bar slightly obscures number plate.

  11. Pass80,962 miles (+2,391)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    80,962 miles
    Test number
    156967545480
    • NoteNear side inner sill corroded

  12. Pass78,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,571 miles
    Test number
    767574244020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Fail78,571 miles (+1,284)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,571 miles
    Test number
    125434344035
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass77,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,287 miles
    Test number
    587590263087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,287 miles (+5,452)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,287 miles
    Test number
    179532753408
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail71,835 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,835 miles
    Test number
    427785152045
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  17. Pass71,835 miles (+5,468)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    71,835 miles
    Test number
    509525452076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,367 miles (+5,677)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    66,367 miles
    Test number
    738294951097
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass60,690 miles (+7,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,690 miles
    Test number
    603255639384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass53,203 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    53,203 miles
    Test number
    953151138383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,202 miles (+6,647)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,202 miles
    Test number
    943970438337
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass46,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,555 miles
    Test number
    400166207372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,555 miles (+6,654)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,555 miles
    Test number
    633226307338
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  24. Pass39,901 miles (+1,715)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    39,901 miles
    Test number
    520317626310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note50 percent of high level stop light inoperative

  25. Pass38,186 miles (-17,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,186 miles
    Test number
    221248706204
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass55,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    55,270 miles
    Test number
    734986505270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y298 OUM

Does Y298 OUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y298 OUM expired on 28 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y298 OUM?
The MOT on Y298 OUM expired on 28 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y298 OUM done?
Y298 OUM was recorded at 107,375 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2021, an average of 3,187 miles a year.
Has Y298 OUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 OUM has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on Y298 OUM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jul 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y298 OUM find?
Y298 OUM passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2021 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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