2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0L Petrol · WL55 FWX
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (2.0L, petrol). First registered 12 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 127,829 miles. MOT expired on 06 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,829 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WL55 FWX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2025
- 127,829 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WL55 FWX 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 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (WL55 FWX) between April 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 August 2025 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 (7 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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: “Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))”.
WL55 FWX Mileage History
- 13/04/2023123,601 mi
- 07/08/2024125,741 mi+2,140 mi
- 08/08/2024125,749 mi+8 mi
- 07/08/2025127,821 mi+2,072 mi
- 07/08/2025127,829 mi+8 mi
Average of roughly 1,823 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: Below 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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