2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6L Petrol · AX03 MJY

The most recent MOT from January 2025 shows multiple critical failures including severely deteriorated CV boots on both front driveshafts, brake disc wear, and oil leaks. The tyres show significant cracking and one is close to legal limit. Major recurring issues span three years of testing with persistent oil leaks from the engine sump and extensive underbody corrosion. The January 2024 test failed due to excessive oil leakage, then passed the following week with "not excessive" leakage noted. The condition trend is clearly worsening with increasing severity of defects. The 2025 test reveals far more serious mechanical problems than earlier years, including the dangerous CV boot failures and brake issues. At 23 years old with 158,501 miles, this represents typical annual usage of around 6,900 miles. However, the severe component deterioration suggests either hard use, poor maintenance, or periods of standing that accelerated corrosion processes. The CV joint boot failures pose immediate safety risks as they will contaminate the joints and likely cause expensive transmission repairs soon. The brake binding and disc wear indicate compromised stopping power.