2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara — MOT failures & pass rate
1,837 MOT tests on the 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara are in this dataset, and 72.5% of them passed. Mid-size SUVs of a similar age fail at 28.2%, so the 2000 Grand Vitara sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in body, structure & corrosion, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Body, structure & corrosion dominates the failure mix at 14.3% of all tests — 4.0 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are prescribed areas, joints and component mounting prescribed areas — prescribed areas alone was recorded 163 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 20.6% in the 0-30k band and 36.3% in the 150k+ band, a 15.7-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 34.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.3% | 262 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.3% | 189 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 10.1% | 186 |
| 4 | Brakes | 8.9% | 164 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 5.5% | 102 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.3% | 98 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prescribed areas | 163 |
| 2 | Joints | 154 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 134 |
| 4 | Chassis condition | 124 |
| 5 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 84 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 81 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 34.8% | 640 |
| 2 | Suspension | 33.0% | 606 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 27.8% | 511 |
| 4 | Tyres | 20.2% | 371 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 18.4% | 337 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 16.6% | 304 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 34 | 20.6% |
| 30-60k | 147 | 17.7% |
| 60-90k | 555 | 25.9% |
| 90-120k | 624 | 27.6% |
| 120-150k | 283 | 30.7% |
| 150k+ | 190 | 36.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1,506 | 27.4% |
| Diesel | 331 | 28.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 565 | 27.8% |
| 2022 | 467 | 27.4% |
| 2023 | 347 | 27.7% |
| 2024 | 259 | 26.6% |
| 2025 | 199 | 28.1% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Grand Vitara
On a 2000 Grand Vitara, body, structure & corrosion is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Body, structure & corrosion (14.3% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Suspension (10.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (10.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitaras pass their MOT?
72.5% of the 1,837 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
Body, structure & corrosion, recorded in 14.3% of tests, followed by suspension (10.3%).
Does the 2000 Grand Vitara get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.6% in the 0-30k band to 36.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,837 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.