Suzuki Grand vitara
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 18 years from 38,872 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
76%
Total Tests
38,872
Best Year
2014 (91%)
Years Covered
18
About the Suzuki Grand vitara
The Suzuki Grand vitara has been tested 38,872 times in 2026 MOT data across 18 model years (1998 to 2015), with an average pass rate of 76%. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as diesel and petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2014 model is the most reliable with a 91% pass rate from 836 tests. The 2006 model has the lowest at 70%. With a 21 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
Newer SUZUKI GRAND VITARAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 10 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1998) averages 114,108 miles, while the newest (2015) averages 56,317 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Suzuki brand average of 82%, the Grand vitara is 6 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Suzuki models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Suzuki Grand vitara by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 88% | 89 | 56,317 mi | |
| 2014 | 91% | 836 | 59,160 mi | |
| 2013 | 85% | 1,866 | 67,097 mi | |
| 2012 | 83% | 1,883 | 77,126 mi | |
| 2011 | 79% | 2,520 | 83,839 mi | |
| 2010 | 78% | 3,089 | 86,327 mi | |
| 2009 | 77% | 3,356 | 91,512 mi | |
| 2008 | 75% | 3,876 | 96,149 mi | |
| 2007 | 74% | 4,278 | 97,039 mi | |
| 2006 | 70% | 3,554 | 99,563 mi | |
| 2005 | 71% | 3,969 | 99,232 mi | |
| 2004 | 71% | 3,670 | 103,262 mi | |
| 2003 | 70% | 2,449 | 103,895 mi | |
| 2002 | 71% | 1,641 | 102,607 mi | |
| 2001 | 71% | 870 | 100,359 mi | |
| 2000 | 71% | 376 | 97,031 mi | |
| 1999 | 71% | 373 | 106,094 mi | |
| 1998 | 74% | 177 | 114,108 mi |
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