2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara · 7,835 MOT tests
2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara reliability
2004 Suzuki Grand Vitaras fail 43.3% of first MOT tests, about average for its age and mileage, ranking 11 of 14 Grand Vitara years (7,835 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Suzuki Grand Vitaras: 37.4%)
- 43.3%
- first-time fail rate (all Suzuki Grand Vitaras: 37.4%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 0% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 18
- 98,645
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 18
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 7,835
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2004 against the years either side
- 2003 cars: 3% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2004 car does worse)
- 2005 cars: about average for its age (the 2004 car does better)
- Weak spot: body, chassis and structure, 19.3% of tests fail here (114% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: steering, 63% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2004 car carries a 53 plate (January–February 2004), or a 04 plate (March–August 2004), or a 54 plate (September–December 2004).
Common problems
What fails on a 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Fail rate by area
- Body, chassis and structure19.3%
- Suspension16.6%
- Lights and electrics13.9%
- Brakes11.2%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks9.6%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors6.6%
- Tyres4.3%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
CV joint boot split or insecure 8.19%
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
Position lamp not working 5.22%
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 4.01%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Coil spring fractured or broken 3.85%
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 3.85%
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 3.55%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Common advisories
Brake pipes corroded and greasy (15.52%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (15.16%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (12.2%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (9.43%) · Chassis corroded but still rigid (6.8%) · Anti-roll bar linkage pin/bush worn (6.39%)
Other years
Every Suzuki Grand Vitara year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?
2004 Suzuki Grand Vitaras fail 43.3% of first MOT tests, about average for its age and mileage, ranking 11 of 14 Grand Vitara years (7,835 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara MOT?
Most often cv joint boot split or insecure (8.19% of tests), position lamp not working (5.22% of tests), wiper blade not clearing windscreen (4.01% of tests).
How many miles should a 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara have done?
At its MOT aged about 18, a typical 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara shows 98,645 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2004 car?
A car first registered in 2004 carries a 53 plate (January–February 2004), or a 04 plate (March–August 2004), or a 54 plate (September–December 2004).
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