2018 Suzuki Vitara 1.6L Petrol · KU18 ABV

The 2018 Suzuki Vitara shows a history of reactive maintenance, particularly regarding braking components and consumable wear. The most recent test on 12 November 2025 at 68,911 miles passed following a failure just one week prior for a loose brake pedal anti-slip provision. This suggests the owner is willing to rectify immediate faults once identified. However, the August 2024 failure at 57,875 miles reveals a period of neglected upkeep, with multiple front tyres failing for tread depth below the legal 1.6mm limit and perishing rubber, alongside an ineffective windscreen wiper. The mileage profile is consistent with average annual use, covering approximately 8,600 miles per year to reach 68,911 miles over eight years. The vehicle maintained a clean record between 2021 and 2023, where no defects were recorded across three tests. The trend shifted in late 2022 and 2024, showing recurring issues with brake efficiency. The 2022 failure at 39,015 miles flagged thin brake pads, pitted discs, and a binding offside rear caliper, indicating that the braking system experiences uneven wear or potential corrosion over time. A buyer should inspect the current state of the brake discs and calipers, as the record shows a history of imbalance and low efficiency. The 2024 advisory regarding perishing tyres suggests the vehicle may have sat for extended periods, which can lead to dry-cracking in the rubber despite sufficient tread depth. While the November 2025 test passed without new structural advisories, the repeated failures of wiper blades and brake components indicate that basic maintenance is only addressed when they trigger an MOT failure.