8435JW - SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 18 days ago
The Suzuki Grand Vitara, often referred to simply as the Grand Vitara, is a compact SUV renowned for its reliability and versatility. Manufactured by Suzuki since the late 1990s, this model has established a reputation for combining off-road capability with urban practicality. Introduced in 1998, the Grand Vitara has undergone several updates, featuring a range of petrol and diesel engines, as well as advanced safety and comfort features. Its robust construction, four-wheel-drive options, and reputation for durability make it a popular choice among drivers seeking a dependable and adaptable vehicle. With a focus on practicality and performance, the Suzuki Grand Vitara continues to be a notable presence in the compact SUV segment.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 21 MOT tests
This 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (registration 8435JW) is finished in black and has a 1590cc petrol engine. It was first registered in January 2007 and has a recorded mileage of 77,465 miles. The vehicle is currently taxed and has a valid MOT until 20 June 2025, with the latest test conducted on 18 June 2024. The MOT included advisories for corrosion on the front and rear sub-frames, corroded brake pipes covered in grease, and defective exhaust mounting at the front and middle. No serious weaknesses were noted, and there are no indications of immediate safety concerns.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
21
Passed Tests
15
Failed Tests
6
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 18 June 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 77,465 mi
Expires: 20 June 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at n/s & o/s rear. (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Exhaust mounting defective Front & middle (6.1.2 (a))
Passed - 21 June 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,389 mi
Expires: 20 June 2024
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Passed - 13 June 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 71,922 mi
Expires: 12 June 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Failed - 10 June 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 71,907 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- Major Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed - 04 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,477 mi
Expires: 11 June 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 12 June 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 66,835 mi
Expires: 11 June 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Failed - 08 June 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 66,834 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed - 17 July 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 65,392 mi
Expires: 19 July 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 20 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,290 mi
Expires: 19 July 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken on the rear box system supported ok (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive on the transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 09 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,655 mi
Expires: 08 June 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust mounts corroded.
- Advisory Rear Vehicle slightly corroded.
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush. (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 09 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,655 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Major Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust mounts corroded.
- Advisory Rear Vehicle slightly corroded.
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush. (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 01 June 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 48,210 mi
Expires: 31 May 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory rear wiper blade split
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory air conditioning radiator deteriorating
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded in wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Front differential drive shaft oil seal leaking
Failed - 27 May 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 48,158 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory rear wiper blade split
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory air conditioning radiator deteriorating
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded in wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Front differential drive shaft oil seal leaking
Passed - 21 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 41,261 mi
Expires: 29 May 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 19 May 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,473 mi
Expires: 29 May 2015
Passed - 07 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 29,716 mi
Expires: 29 May 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 07 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 29,716 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 30 May 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 25,077 mi
Expires: 29 May 2013
Failed - 14 May 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 25,077 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 11 January 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 19,890 mi
Expires: 13 January 2012
Passed - 11 January 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 15,684 mi
Expires: 13 January 2011
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 8435JW?
The MOT expires on 20 June 2025.
What is the tax status of 8435JW?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 June 2026.
What are the specifications of 8435JW?
This is a 2007 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA in Black. It runs on Petrol with a 1590cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 8435JW?
This vehicle produces 210 g/km of CO2 emissions.