Suzuki Grand Vitara
From 35,231 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Grand Vitaras fare better: 2014 models pass at 87.7% vs 67.2% for 2001.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 1,529 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 1,529 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 1,480 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1,090 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 1,060 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1,055 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 890 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 797 |
| body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point | 752 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 743 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 685 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 31.9% of Grand Vitara failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 33.1% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £151.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 87.7% | brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2013 | 80.2% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2012 | 76.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 74.3% | brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
13 earlier years
| 2010 | 73.6% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2009 | 70.9% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2008 | 67.9% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2007 | 68.6% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2006 | 65.2% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2005 | 67.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2004 | 66.7% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2003 | 67.4% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2002 | 66.6% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2001 | 67.2% | body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2000 | 66% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point |
| 1999 | 69.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 1998 | 69.4% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced |
Typical mileage
Half of all Grand Vitaras tested had between 73,006 and 117,064 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 96,256 median miles, the Grand Vitara has 0.031 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Suzuki models
| Suzuki Swift | 75.7% |
| Suzuki Vitara | 85.6% |
| Suzuki Alto | 71.8% |
| Suzuki Sx4 | 76.6% |
| Suzuki Jimny | 74.9% |
Common questions
What is the Suzuki Grand Vitara MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Grand Vitara has a 70% MOT pass rate based on 35,231 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Grand Vitara is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 1,529 failures. Other common issues include the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Grand Vitara at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Grand Vitara is 96,256 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 73,006 and 117,064 miles.
Buying a used Grand Vitara?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 70% pass rate and an average repair bill of £151 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 31.9% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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