2015 Suzuki GSR 0.7L Petrol · FJ15 HVB

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of recurring minor mechanical defects. The most recent test conducted in December 2023 at 5,293 miles showed a pass despite a note regarding a noisy exhaust. This mirrors a fault previously recorded in March 2021, indicating a persistent issue with the exhaust system. While the vehicle consistently passes its inspections, the repetition of the exhaust defect suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 481 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between March 2022 and December 2023, where the car covered only 906 miles in nearly twenty months. This extremely low mileage suggests the vehicle has likely sat for long periods, which often leads to specific degradation of components that do not show wear from mileage, such as flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, or perished suspension bushes due to lack of movement. A buyer must specifically inspect the exhaust system to determine if the recurring noise stems from a loose bracket, a failing internal baffle, or structural corrosion. Given the low mileage, a physical inspection should also focus on brake discs for surface rust, as stationary vehicles often suffer from uneven corrosion. Checking the condition of the rubber components and fluid integrity is also vital, as the 2021 failure for missing reflectors and in indicators highlights that basic external upkeep may have been overlooked until the MOT test demanded attention.