2002 Suzuki 0.2L Petrol · GX02 ABF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight decline from its previous state. The most recent test on 09 May 2024 at 66,621 miles identified a minor leak in the exhaust system. This defect follows a period of clean passes in 2021 and 2022, suggesting that while the vehicle was previously maintained, components are now beginning to age and fail. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,776 miles per year. The data reveals significant periods of stationary use; between 2021 and 2024, the car covered only 71 miles, moving from 66,550 to 66,621 miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine internals, such long intervals often lead to degradation of rubber-based components, seized brake calipers, and internal engine seals due to lack of thermal cycling. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the exhaust system to determine if the leak is a simple gasket failure or a corroded manifold section. Given the low mileage and age, the priority should shift to checking for structural corrosion on the chassis and inspecting the condition of suspension bushes and brake lines which may become brittle over time. The failure in 2020 regarding an incorrectly fitted drive chain horseshoe locking device indicates that mechanical repairs have occurred previously, so a verification of the timing chain tensioner operation is wise.