The road tax status for SM54 BYW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SM54 BYW?

The MOT for SM54 BYW is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 May 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of SM54 BYW?

The recorded mileage for SM54 BYW is 62,916 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SM54 BYW ULEZ compliant?

No, SM54 BYW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0L Petrol · SM54 BYW

SM54 BYW

2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (2.0L, petrol). First registered 21 Oct 2004. Recorded mileage 62,916 miles. MOT expired on 14 May 2024.

Make & Model: SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
Year / Origin: 2004 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 14 May 2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 62,916 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2004

Engine

1995cc

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SM54 BYW Key Findings

30 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 23/05/2024
62,916 miles recorded at latest MOT
13 historical MOT failures
17 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (26 mentions)

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SM54 BYW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Nov 2026, 12:41

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30 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (SM54 BYW) between August 2007 and May 2024.

The record contains 17 passes and 13 failures.

The most recent test on 23 May 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (26 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (12 issues), Bodywork (11 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 31 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: “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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SM54 BYW Mileage History

16/08/200718,013 mi
15/08/200810,317 mi-7,696 mi
19/08/200936,875 mi+26,558 mi
09/12/200937,718 mi+843 mi
28/12/201039,808 mi+2,090 mi
28/12/201039,808 mi
20/02/20120 mi-39,808 mi
20/02/201243,089 mi+43,089 mi
28/02/201346,515 mi+3,426 mi
28/02/201346,515 mi
28/02/201448,093 mi+1,578 mi
03/03/201448,093 mi
05/05/201549,511 mi+1,418 mi
13/05/201549,513 mi+2 mi
01/03/201650,428 mi+915 mi
01/03/201650,428 mi
21/03/201750,913 mi+485 mi
24/03/201750,914 mi+1 mi
02/04/201852,001 mi+1,087 mi
08/03/201952,417 mi+416 mi
12/03/201952,417 mi
14/04/202053,083 mi+666 mi
17/04/202053,083 mi
07/05/202154,592 mi+1,509 mi
10/05/202154,592 mi
04/05/202256,327 mi+1,735 mi
13/05/202256,328 mi+1 mi
12/05/202359,921 mi+3,593 mi
16/05/202359,922 mi+1 mi
23/05/202462,916 mi+2,994 mi

Average of roughly 2,678 miles per year across 30 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

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/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed

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Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

1 dangerous defects found recently

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