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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,997 cc

Y311 DCYMOT history

Y311 DCY is a red diesel Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 23 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 135,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2024
Mileage
135,693 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y311 DCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y311 DCY was last recorded at 135,693 miles on 22 Aug 2023, 18,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,001 miles · 24 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
18,692 miles
Average per year
5,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 135,693 miles
  • 2022 – 117,001 miles
  • 2021 – 102,164 miles
  • 2020 – 99,387 miles
  • 2019 – 95,227 miles
  • 2018 – 90,557 miles
  • 2017 – 86,449 miles
  • 2016 – 85,629 miles
  • 2015 – 84,605 miles
  • 2014 – 80,300 miles
  • 2013 – 79,141 miles
  • 2012 – 77,172 miles
  • 2011 – 75,128 miles
  • 2010 – 69,873 miles
  • 2009 – 60,504 miles
  • 2008 – 55,257 miles
  • 2007 – 49,376 miles
  • 2006 – 42,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,693 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s/n/s (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn o/s/n/s (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,693 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    135,693 miles
    Test number
    247885253237
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s/n/s (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn o/s/n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,691 miles (+18,690)2 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,691 miles
    Test number
    745692389306
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s/n/s (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn o/s/n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,001 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,001 miles
    Test number
    828098163573
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail117,001 miles (+14,837)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,001 miles
    Test number
    363761784454
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on dash

  5. Pass102,164 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    102,164 miles
    Test number
    286124139987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail102,153 miles (+2,766)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,153 miles
    Test number
    722509284887
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    99,387 miles
    Test number
    956767636012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,387 miles (+4,160)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,387 miles
    Test number
    952511720024
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  9. Pass95,227 miles (+4,670)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    95,227 miles
    Test number
    279863473340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,557 miles (+4,108)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    90,557 miles
    Test number
    677371996980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,449 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    86,449 miles
    Test number
    602065343984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail86,448 miles (+819)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,448 miles
    Test number
    368028191026
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

  13. Pass85,629 miles (+1,024)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,629 miles
    Test number
    231091644460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNs and osf tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNsf inner wing corroded but not within 30 cms of any load bearing components

  14. Pass84,605 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    84,605 miles
    Test number
    125335625284
    • NoteNs and osf tyres worn on edges

  15. Fail84,604 miles (+4,304)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,604 miles
    Test number
    966765325218
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNs and osf tyres worn on edges

  16. Pass80,300 miles (+1,159)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    80,300 miles
    Test number
    509707014256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,141 miles (+1,969)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    79,141 miles
    Test number
    967932433235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn on inside edge

  18. Pass77,172 miles (+2,044)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    77,172 miles
    Test number
    449357522296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inside edge
    • NoteExhaust badly corroded

  19. Pass75,128 miles (+5,255)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    75,128 miles
    Test number
    669546411253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass69,873 miles (+9,369)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    69,873 miles
    Test number
    523558220277
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade split.

  21. Pass60,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    60,504 miles
    Test number
    144099929201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail60,504 miles (+5,247)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,504 miles
    Test number
    601229829210
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass55,257 miles (+5,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    55,257 miles
    Test number
    504916438213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass49,376 miles (+7,072)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,376 miles
    Test number
    163175427219
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront Brake Pads Getting Low

  25. Pass42,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    42,304 miles
    Test number
    422629766255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y311 DCY

Does Y311 DCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y311 DCY expired on 23 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y311 DCY?
The MOT on Y311 DCY expired on 23 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y311 DCY done?
Y311 DCY was recorded at 135,693 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2023, an average of 5,525 miles a year.
Has Y311 DCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y311 DCY has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on Y311 DCY 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 Y311 DCY find?
Y311 DCY passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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