2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6L Petrol · MD05 PLU
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 2005. Recorded mileage 66,341 miles. MOT valid until 11 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,341 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MD05 PLU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/07/2026
- 66,341 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MD05 PLU 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 (MD05 PLU) between June 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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 Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced”; “Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”.
MD05 PLU Mileage History
- 25/06/202458,170 mi
- 18/06/202562,774 mi+4,604 mi
- 04/07/202562,982 mi+208 mi
- 30/06/202666,341 mi+3,359 mi
- 13/07/202666,341 mi
Average of roughly 3,989 miles per year across 5 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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