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VK53 UXC

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,448 mi
Last recorded84,448 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara67,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 UXC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGrand Vitara
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 84,448 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 81,664 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 81,241 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 80,521 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 75,592 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 68,136 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 63,005 miles

four seats fitted for test

Pass 11 Nov 2009 54,638 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

four seats fitted for test

Pass 13 Nov 2008 45,968 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 37,173 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 27,857 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Oct 2006 27,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Based on 1,025,634 MOT tests across 67,699 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,400
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
67,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23,442
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,487
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,776
position lamp(s) not working 14,500
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,293
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VK53 UXC is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 67,953 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Grand Vitara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23,442 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK53 UXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Grand Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Grand Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK53 UXC registered?

VK53 UXC is a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is VK53 UXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK53 UXC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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