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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,493 cc

Y317 NHJMOT history

Y317 NHJ is a red petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 19 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
129,968 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y317 NHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,493 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y317 NHJ was last recorded at 129,968 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 3,653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,315 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,653 miles
Average per year
5,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,968 miles
  • 2025 – 126,315 miles
  • 2024 – 117,598 miles
  • 2023 – 112,239 miles
  • 2022 – 105,284 miles
  • 2021 – 99,052 miles
  • 2020 – 93,863 miles
  • 2019 – 91,723 miles
  • 2018 – 90,846 miles
  • 2017 – 88,098 miles
  • 2016 – 80,828 miles
  • 2015 – 72,977 miles
  • 2014 – 66,050 miles
  • 2013 – 55,619 miles
  • 2012 – 49,444 miles
  • 2011 – 44,333 miles
  • 2010 – 39,931 miles
  • 2009 – 36,868 miles
  • 2008 – 34,135 miles
  • 2007 – 31,145 miles
  • 2006 – 26,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,968 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub seal leaking
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe corroded

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 Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,968 miles (+3,653)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    129,968 miles
    Test number
    889003253888
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe corroded

  2. Pass126,315 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    126,315 miles
    Test number
    701921070173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv boot slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded

  3. Fail126,315 miles (+8,717)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,315 miles
    Test number
    650493819599
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass117,598 miles (+5,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    117,598 miles
    Test number
    759450524238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass112,239 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    112,239 miles
    Test number
    480755285228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail112,239 miles (+6,955)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,239 miles
    Test number
    153543626964
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,284 miles (+6,232)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    105,284 miles
    Test number
    190240589662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,052 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,052 miles
    Test number
    795247460570
    • AdvisoryFront pads worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail99,052 miles (+5,189)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,052 miles
    Test number
    341247603077
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront pads worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass93,863 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    93,863 miles
    Test number
    914583163279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,723 miles (+877)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2020
    Odometer
    91,723 miles
    Test number
    805438039862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,846 miles (+2,748)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,846 miles
    Test number
    921076815306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,098 miles
    Test number
    215389861940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail88,098 miles (+7,270)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,098 miles
    Test number
    601003357883
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass80,828 miles (+7,851)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,828 miles
    Test number
    494244699221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,977 miles (+6,927)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,977 miles
    Test number
    777038725127
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition

  17. Pass66,050 miles (+10,431)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,050 miles
    Test number
    977815734133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,619 miles (+6,175)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,619 miles
    Test number
    209661733186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,444 miles (+5,111)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,444 miles
    Test number
    799340132190
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass44,333 miles (+4,402)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,333 miles
    Test number
    557717821119
    • NoteVarious power assisted steering componants show oil/fluid contamination.

  21. Pass39,931 miles (+3,063)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,931 miles
    Test number
    130581340119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAt least 1 light source at the high level stop lamp is inoperative.
    • NoteOff side rear tyre tread shows a split deep[ enough to reach the cords.
    • NotePower assisted steering rack shows oil/fluid contamination.

  22. Pass36,868 miles (+2,733)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,868 miles
    Test number
    100706839190
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteLower engine areas show oil/fluid contamination.
    • NoteNear side front wiper blade rubber split.
    • NoteParking brake lever shows travel.
    • NoteVarious power assisted steering componants show oil/fluid contamination.

  23. Pass34,135 miles (+2,990)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,135 miles
    Test number
    752011048110
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePAS rack shows fluid/oil contamination
    • NoteSlight play nearside rear shock absorber

  24. Fail31,145 miles1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,145 miles
    Test number
    174165327158
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • Note1 bulb at high level stop lamp is inoperative.
    • NoteParking brake lever travel.
    • NotePower assisted steering rack and associated pipes show oil contamination.
    • NoteUnder vehicle oil contamination.

  25. Pass31,145 miles (+4,610)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,145 miles
    Test number
    361065627163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • Note1 bulb at high level stop lamp is inoperative.
    • NoteParking brake lever travel.
    • NotePower assisted steering rack and associated pipes show oil contamination.
    • NoteUnder vehicle oil contamination.

  26. Pass26,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,535 miles
    Test number
    284932536129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y317 NHJ

Does Y317 NHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y317 NHJ is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y317 NHJ?
The MOT on Y317 NHJ is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y317 NHJ done?
Y317 NHJ was recorded at 129,968 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 5,192 miles a year.
Has Y317 NHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y317 NHJ has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y317 NHJ 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 Y317 NHJ find?
Y317 NHJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 7 more.

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