2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6L Petrol · PE05 KZJ
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 95,068 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,068 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PE05 KZJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
- 95,068 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.
PE05 KZJ 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 (PE05 KZJ) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
PE05 KZJ Mileage History
- 08/01/202483,631 mi
- 11/01/202483,631 mi
- 13/01/202586,706 mi+3,075 mi
- 13/01/202586,706 mi
- 13/01/202695,068 mi+8,362 mi
Average of roughly 5,676 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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