2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0L Petrol · BJ55 NEU
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (2.0L, petrol). First registered 24 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 99,158 miles. MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,158 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ55 NEU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/06/2024
- 99,158 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BJ55 NEU 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 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (BJ55 NEU) between June 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
BJ55 NEU Mileage History
- 27/06/202293,346 mi
- 27/06/202395,790 mi+2,444 mi
- 27/06/202395,790 mi
- 14/06/202499,099 mi+3,309 mi
- 19/06/202499,158 mi+59 mi
Average of roughly 2,936 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Grand Vitara (Mk3/JT)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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