2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.7L Petrol · DF04 CWL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the most recent history indicates a lapse in compliance. The test conducted on 26 August 2024 at 147,706 miles resulted in a failure with no specific defects recorded, suggesting an administrative failure or a missed test deadline rather than a mechanical breakdown. Prior to this, the vehicle passed tests in 2023 and 2022 without any advisories, indicating that the mechanical components maintained high operational standards during the previous several years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per annum. The data shows a significant deceleration in use between June 2021 and June 2022, where the car covered only 1,002 miles over thirteen months. However, usage increased again thereafter, with 8,005 miles recorded between July 2022 and July 2023. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has spent long periods standing stationary, which can lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid-related issues despite the low odometer reading. A buyer should focus a physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and the condition of the suspension system, as older Grand Vitaras are prone to corrosion in the rear arches and sills. Given the history of low annual use, it is vital to check for seized brake calipers or perished hoses that often result from inactivity. While the lack of advisories in previous passing tests suggests a well-cared-for machine, the age of the vehicle necessitates a check for surface rust that an MOT tester may not always flag until it becomes a structural point.