2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.9L Diesel · WP12 AAJ
2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (1.9L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 149,137 miles. MOT valid until 18 Nov 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,137 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WP12 AAJ Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/10/2026
- 149,137 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WP12 AAJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (WP12 AAJ) between June 2015 and October 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 26 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (18 issues), Lighting (17 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 45 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
WP12 AAJ Mileage History
- 08/06/201519,020 mi
- 08/06/201519,023 mi+3 mi
- 27/06/201626,189 mi+7,166 mi
- 18/11/201628,731 mi+2,542 mi
- 19/11/201628,733 mi+2 mi
- 14/11/201745,032 mi+16,299 mi
- 14/11/201745,032 mi
- 29/10/201859,139 mi+14,107 mi
- 13/11/201975,120 mi+15,981 mi
- 13/11/201975,120 mi
- 02/11/202088,180 mi+13,060 mi
- 29/10/2021100,635 mi+12,455 mi
- 29/10/2021100,635 mi
- 25/10/2022113,336 mi+12,701 mi
- 25/10/2022113,336 mi
- 20/10/2023122,064 mi+8,728 mi
- 01/11/2024131,959 mi+9,895 mi
- 05/11/2025140,866 mi+8,907 mi
- 05/11/2025140,866 mi
- 26/10/2026149,137 mi+8,271 mi
Average of roughly 11,429 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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