2014 Suzuki Alto 1.0L Petrol · DP14 MVR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the history reveals a worsening trend of deferred maintenance regarding mechanical components. While it passed its most recent test on 30 March 2026 at 54,921 miles, this followed a significant failure where multiple critical issues were identified. The persistence of corroded rear brake pipes and severely deteriorated drive shaft boots across the last two testing cycles suggests that faults are only being addressed once they reach a point of legal failure rather than through a preventative care schedule. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 54,921 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 4,577 miles per year. This low usage often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components due to time, as seen in the record. Between March 2024 and March 2025, the vehicle covered only 6,795 miles, yet it accumulated numerous advisories including perished suspension bushes and corroded coil springs, indicating that the age of the components is a greater risk factor than failure than the distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension assembly. The tester flagged recurring corrosion on the rear brake pipes in both 2025 and 2026, which should be checked for structural thinning or potential fluid leaks. Furthermore, the severe deterioration of both front inner drive shaft CV boots noted in March 2026 indicates an imminent risk of joint failure if the grease becomes contaminated. The buyer should also inspect the front suspension arm bushes and coil springs for further cracking, as the record shows these areas were already showing signs of fatigue in 2025.