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Suzuki Grand Vitara

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,995 cc

Y881 NLEMOT history

Y881 NLE is a blue petrol Suzuki Grand Vitara first used on 5 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 76,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
76,086 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 NLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 NLE was last recorded at 76,086 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,083 miles · 23 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,086 miles
  • 2025 – 74,875 miles
  • 2024 – 73,018 miles
  • 2023 – 71,393 miles
  • 2022 – 69,751 miles
  • 2021 – 68,011 miles
  • 2020 – 65,313 miles
  • 2019 – 60,088 miles
  • 2018 – 58,462 miles
  • 2016 – 55,487 miles
  • 2015 – 50,520 miles
  • 2014 – 45,285 miles
  • 2013 – 42,922 miles
  • 2012 – 41,723 miles
  • 2011 – 39,872 miles
  • 2010 – 37,524 miles
  • 2009 – 34,252 miles
  • 2008 – 31,095 miles
  • 2007 – 28,199 miles
  • 2006 – 23,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,086 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,086 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    76,086 miles
    Test number
    487217431186
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail76,083 miles (+1,208)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,083 miles
    Test number
    358831813378
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working Also temp repair has gone clear not red. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass74,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    74,875 miles
    Test number
    266812832644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail74,875 miles (+1,857)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,875 miles
    Test number
    569674450763
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass73,018 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    73,018 miles
    Test number
    200772244660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail73,016 miles (+1,623)4 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,016 miles
    Test number
    390591319561
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/65R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/65R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/65R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/65R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin rear silencer missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass71,393 miles (+1,642)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    71,393 miles
    Test number
    164970646120
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres heavily cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass69,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    69,751 miles
    Test number
    831421136395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,751 miles (+1,740)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,751 miles
    Test number
    823258354967
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass68,011 miles (+2,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    68,011 miles
    Test number
    494833189645
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater light intensity reduced.

  11. Pass65,313 miles (+5,225)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    65,313 miles
    Test number
    831990611776
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass60,088 miles (+1,626)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,088 miles
    Test number
    284043440739
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass58,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    58,462 miles
    Test number
    406556108245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,462 miles (+992)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,462 miles
    Test number
    800434366116
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted wing moulding (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass57,470 miles (+1,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    57,470 miles
    Test number
    238390450255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass55,487 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,487 miles
    Test number
    765416742750
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  17. Fail55,487 miles (+4,967)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,487 miles
    Test number
    962998688135
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  18. Pass50,520 miles (+5,235)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,520 miles
    Test number
    356352505437
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyre worn on edge
    • NoteFront pads getting low

  19. Pass45,285 miles (+2,363)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,285 miles
    Test number
    528273454101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,922 miles (+1,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,922 miles
    Test number
    145385873198
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass41,723 miles (+1,851)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    41,723 miles
    Test number
    466711242375
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront no. plate badly cracked
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracks

  22. Pass39,872 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    39,872 miles
    Test number
    416682841486
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  23. Fail39,872 miles (+2,348)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,872 miles
    Test number
    278711841351
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  24. Fail37,524 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,524 miles
    Test number
    402399340314
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass37,524 miles (+3,272)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    37,524 miles
    Test number
    522379440334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    292308339344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail34,252 miles (+3,157)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    884257939344
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

  28. Fail31,095 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,095 miles
    Test number
    242120848324
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass31,095 miles (+2,896)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,095 miles
    Test number
    851170048327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass28,199 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,199 miles
    Test number
    361084127309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail28,133 miles (+4,803)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,133 miles
    Test number
    671659917359
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

  32. Pass23,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,330 miles
    Test number
    212243856432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y881 NLE

Does Y881 NLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y881 NLE is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y881 NLE?
The MOT on Y881 NLE is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y881 NLE done?
Y881 NLE was recorded at 76,086 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 2,596 miles a year.
Has Y881 NLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 NLE has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y881 NLE 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 Y881 NLE find?
Y881 NLE passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s & o/s; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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