2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4L Petrol · A5 BFD
2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (2.4L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 24,242 miles. MOT valid until 09 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 24,242 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A5 BFD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/04/2026
- 24,242 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A5 BFD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (A5 BFD) between May 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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.
A5 BFD Mileage History
- 10/05/202219,398 mi
- 25/04/202320,067 mi+669 mi
- 16/04/202421,187 mi+1,120 mi
- 15/04/202522,646 mi+1,459 mi
- 21/04/202624,242 mi+1,596 mi
Average of roughly 1,227 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Grand Vitara (Mk3/JT)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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