2004 Suzuki Ignis 1.3L Petrol · DF54 AAV

The 2004 Suzuki Ignis shows a pattern of persistent age-related degradation despite its low mileage. In the most recent test on 12 March 2026 at 115,355 miles, the vehicle passed after failing just two days prior. The failure was caused by a binding offside rear service brake, which appears to have been addressed. However, the record reveals a heavy accumulation of advisories that have remained unchanged for at least two years, including corroded coil springs throughout, corroded parking brake mechanisms on both rear sides, and surface corrosion on the rear integral body structure. The vehicle has covered 115,355 miles over 22 years, averaging approximately 5,243 miles per year. While this low usage often suggests less mechanical wear, the MOT history indicates the car has suffered from environmental exposure and neglect. The presence of a corroded sump oil leak is noted in every test since March 2024, and the damaged windscreen remains unaddressed since 2024. The March 2026 test also flagged a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit and a nearside rear tyre that was cracked and perished, indicating that basic consumable maintenance is only performed when forced by failure. Structural integrity is the primary long-term concern. While the tester noted that the rear vehicle structure corrosion has not yet significantly reduced rigidity, the recurring mention of corrosion across the suspension and parking brake components suggests an accelerating rate of oxidation. A prospective buyer should closely inspect the rear chassis for deep structural rot and verify that the corroded brake hoses have not reached a point of imminent failure. The vehicle is currently roadworthy but shows clear signs of an aging platform that requires reactive than proactive maintenance.