2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.9L Diesel · LM58 VRG

A clean and uninterrupted roadworthiness record defines this 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara, with four of the five recorded MOT entries returning a straightforward pass and no advisories logged on any test. The most recent assessment on 11 March 2026 was a clean pass with no defects recorded, continuing a stable trend that extends back through the 2025 pass, the 2023 test, and the late 2022 entry. The single failure on 11 March 2025 appears anomalous given that the inspector recorded no defects at the point of refusal, suggesting the vehicle was likely presented with a component or system still warm from recent work, a missing bulb or washer fluid, or an emissions readiness issue tied to a flat battery rather than any mechanical defect. The absence of any advisories across the entire five-test history is notable for a vehicle of this age and mileage, indicating that items typically flagged as wear-bound, such as corroded exhaust sections, deteriorating suspension bushes, brake disc lipping, or perished tyres, have either been rectified before test or have not yet reached the threshold for advisory reporting. With 147,568 miles recorded against a 17-year build, this Grand Vitara has covered an average of approximately 8,680 miles per year, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a car of its vintage. There is a noticeable two-year gap between the November 2022 test and the May 2023 entry, during which the vehicle would have been either off the road, used without an MOT, or potentially subject to a change in keeper that delayed re-presentation. The mileage progression between recorded tests cannot be precisely verified from the data supplied, but the consistency of clean passes suggests the vehicle has remained in active mechanical service rather than suffering a prolonged period of disuse. For a Suzuki Grand Vitara of this mileage, the drivetrain, including the transfer box, propshafts, and rear differential, will have absorbed significant cumulative load, even though the annual figure is unremarkable, so the absolute total remains the more meaningful indicator of wear on internal components. Despite the absence of recorded advisories, a prospective buyer should still inspect the areas most commonly affected on a high-mileage SUV of this platform. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn lower wishbone bushes, drop link degradation, or top mount wear, all common failure points on the Grand Vitara as the front end bears the brunt of its weight. The rear suspension should be checked for sagging coil springs, particularly if the vehicle sits unevenly when unladen, and the propshaft universal joints and centre bearing should be monitored for vibration or droning noise between 40 and 60 mph. Brake pedal feel should be firm without excessive travel or sponginess, and any judder under braking would suggest worn or warped front discs, which are typical consumables at this mileage even though they were not flagged at the last test. Underneath the vehicle, the buyer should pay particular attention to the condition of the subframe, rear trailing arm mounting points, and any boxed chassis sections for bubbling or perforation corrosion, as Suzuki products of this era are known to develop surface corrosion in salt-affected areas even when no advisories are raised. Steering should be checked for wandering or pulling to one side, which could indicate worn tie rod ends or tracking issues arising from worn rear bushes. The exhaust system should be physically inspected from underneath for blueing at joints, hanging rubbers, or signs of previous repair, and the engine bay should be examined for oil residue around the cam cover gasket, oil filter housing, and from the transfer box breather, all common seepage points on higher-mileage units. Finally, confirm that the tyres are of matching brand, size, and tread depth across both axles, as mismatched tyres on a four-wheel-drive vehicle of this type can place unnecessary strain on the transfer box and centre differential.