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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.9L Diesel · WL58 ABU

WL58 ABU

2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (1.9L, diesel). First registered 30 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 106,671 miles. MOT expired on 28 Nov 2024.

Make & Model
SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
Year / Origin
2008 · Truro
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 28 Nov 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
106,671 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 28 Nov 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
1870cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. In the latest inspection on 28 November 2023 at 106,671 miles, the car passed with no defects recorded, following an initial failure on the same day. This indicates that any mechanical issues identified during the test were rectified immediately to meet compliance standards. The history shows a pattern of clean passes without recurring advisories across the last three successful tests. The recorded mileage is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,900 miles per year. Between November 2021 (95,716 miles) and October 2022 (100,991 miles), the car covered 5,275 miles, showing consistent annual usage. While low mileage often suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid quality. The data shows no rapid accumulation of miles, suggesting the vehicle has been used primarily for short trips. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components, as older Suzuki Grand Vitaras are prone to surface corrosion in the sills and wheel arches. Although the MOT history is currently clean, the age of the vehicle means that suspension bushes and coil springs may have perished due to time rather than distance. Given the failures in 2021 and 2023, a thorough check of the braking system and exhaust for leaks is advisable to ensure that the repairs made after those tests remain effective.
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WL58 ABU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/11/2023
  • 106,671 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

WL58 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 05:34
MOT Analysis

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 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (WL58 ABU) between November 2021 and November 2023.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 November 2023 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: Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

WL58 ABU Mileage History

  1. 25/11/202195,716 mi
  2. 25/11/202195,716 mi
  3. 31/10/2022100,991 mi+5,275 mi
  4. 28/11/2023106,671 mi+5,680 mi
  5. 28/11/2023106,671 mi

Average of roughly 5,457 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
25
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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.

MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (60%)
2 dangerous defects found recently
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