1987 SUZUKI 0.7L PETROL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of recurring mechanical issues related to aged components. The most recent test in July 2025 at 33,356 miles passed despite a persistent noisy exhaust, a fault that has appeared in three consecutive years. While the car consistently passes its inspections, the repeated presence of exhaust and lighting-related defects suggests that components are being addressed only when they approach failure thresholds rather than through proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 39-year-old vehicle, with only 33,356 miles recorded. This averages to approximately 855 miles per year, indicating long periods of inactivity. Between June 2024 and July 2025, the car covered only 13 miles. This pattern of low use explains the consistent degradation of rubber components noted in the record, such as the perishing tyre sidewalls identified in 2022 and the surface cracking on all tyres flagged during the 2024 test. A buyer must physically inspect the suspension and braking systems, as these areas show clear signs of wear. The 2024 test flagged a worn swing arm pivot bush and oil misting on both front shock absorbers, which were not mentioned in the following year but indicate aging seals. Furthermore, the history shows contaminated front brake discs in 2023 and wear in 2024. Given the low mileage and long stationary periods, the buyer should check for seized brake calipers, perished rubber hoses, and structural corrosion that often affects older vehicles that remain stationary for extended periods.