2004 SUZUKI WAGON-R+1.3L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status with a maintenance trend that appears stable. The most recent MOT conducted in January 2026 at 52,097 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that previous mechanical issues identified in earlier tests have been addressed. This follows a clean pass in early 2025, suggesting that the owner has been proactive with repairs following a period of minor mechanical failures. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,368 miles per year. Data shows a significant increase in usage between November 2023 (36,609 miles) and January 2025, where the car covered over 8,800 miles in fourteen months. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and seals, or the formation of corrosion on brake surfaces. A prospective buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the offside rear wheel bearing, which was previously flagged for slight play in November 2023. Although the car passed subsequent tests, verifying the absence of noise or play in that hub remains essential. The buyer should also check the windscreen for structural cracks, as the damage noted in 2023 was previously flagged. Given the age of the Suzuki and the low mileage, a thorough look for structural rust on the sills and wheel arches is also vital, as these areas are prone to corrosion failure on vehicles of this era regardless of distance driven.