2021 Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet Mhev 1.4L Hybrid electric (clean) · DL21 VKF

The Suzuki Vitara presents as a broadly roadworthy vehicle with a stable, if not meticulous, maintenance trend. The most recent MOT, conducted on 23 March 2026 at 45,004 miles, resulted in a pass, but the tester flagged both nearside and offside front brake pads as wearing thin. This indicates the vehicle is at the cusp of requiring a brake service. Looking back, the record shows a pattern of consumable wear rather than serious mechanical failure. Brake discs were noted as worn in May 2024, and the front pads were flagged as wearing thin again in March 2026, suggesting the braking system has been under consistent use and likely requires fresh pads and discs if not already addressed since the last test. The mileage accumulation is entirely typical for a five-year-old vehicle. The record shows a steady progression from 17,886 miles in May 2024, to 30,286 miles by May 2025, and finally 45,004 miles in March 2026. This equates to roughly 9,000 miles per year, indicating regular daily use rather than long periods of dormancy or exceptionally high motorway mileage. The annual test pattern is consistent, with no alarming gaps in the MOT history, which supports the idea of a vehicle kept in regular service. A buyer should pay close attention to the condition of the front brake discs and pads, as the recurring advisories suggest these are a known weak point. The tyre condition also warrants scrutiny. In May 2024, the tester flagged cracking and perishing on all four tyres between the treads. Given that no further tyre defects were noted in the subsequent tests, it is likely they were replaced, but verifying the age and brand of the current rubber is prudent. The windscreen wipers have also been a recurring minor issue, with both blades failing in May 2025 and a split blade noted in 2024. While trivial, failing twice on wiper blade condition suggests basic pre-test checks were skipped by the previous keeper. Beyond the MOT flags, the structural integrity of the underbody should be inspected. The 2024 test noted front brake disc wear and inner pad wear, which, combined with the 2026 advisory on thin pads, points to a braking system that has not been over-serviced. A thorough inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs is also advisable, as a vehicle covering 9,000 miles annually will have experienced a reasonable amount of mechanical fatigue. The removal of upper items from the driver's view prior to the March 2026 test is a minor note, but worth verifying that no aftermarket modifications compromise the vehicle's structural or safety compliance.