2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6L Petrol · FE02 NXB

The roadworthiness of this Suzuki Grand Vitara is currently compromised following a failure in the February 2026 test at 66,325 miles. While the vehicle maintained a clean record for several years, the most recent result indicates a mechanical or safety defect that has emerged despite a previous successful pass. The maintenance trend appears stable from 2023 through 2025, where no advisories were noted, but the recent failure suggests a component now requires immediate attention before the vehicle can be considered roadworthy again. The vehicle shows exceptionally low mileage for its 24-year-age, averaging approximately 2,764 miles per year. Between February 2025 and February 2026, the car covered 1,223 miles, representing a significant drop compared to the 1,867 miles covered in the preceding year. This low usage pattern suggests the vehicle may have sat for extended periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, seized brakes, or perished fluids. The failure in January 2024 at 63,235 miles, followed by a pass just one month later, indicates a specific issue that was rectified quickly, but the lack of recorded advisories over five years may mask developing underlying wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the chassis and suspension, as older stationary vehicles are prone to oxidation. Given the age and low mileage, particular attention should be paid to structural corrosion on the frame rails and mounting points which are common vulnerabilities on this model. Check for seized brake calipers and perished suspension bushes resulting from inactivity. The specific defect identified in the February 2026 failure must be verified to ensure it is an isolated incident rather than a symptom of a wider mechanical failure.