2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6L Petrol · SY61 XPA
2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (1.6L, petrol). First registered 14 Dec 2011. Recorded mileage 74,003 miles. MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,003 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SY61 XPA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2026
- 74,003 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SY61 XPA 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 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (SY61 XPA) between June 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”.
SY61 XPA Mileage History
- 27/06/202359,853 mi
- 08/03/202464,124 mi+4,271 mi
- 03/03/202565,858 mi+1,734 mi
- 05/03/202565,858 mi
- 20/07/202674,003 mi+8,145 mi
Average of roughly 4,618 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: 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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