2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0L Petrol · EV53 CAR
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (2.0L, petrol). First registered 18 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 36,830 miles. MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,830 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EV53 CAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2025
- 36,830 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EV53 CAR 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 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (EV53 CAR) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
EV53 CAR Mileage History
- 07/09/202233,131 mi
- 08/09/202233,132 mi+1 mi
- 13/09/202334,184 mi+1,052 mi
- 18/09/202435,795 mi+1,611 mi
- 12/09/202536,830 mi+1,035 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)
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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