2003 Suzuki Liana 1.6L Petrol · FN03 DFF

The Suzuki Liana presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 8 January 2024 at 97,594 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the prior pass on 13 January 2023 at 91,408 miles also showed a clean sheet. The only blemish is a fail on 5 January 2023 at the same 91,408 miles, but the DVSA entry lists no defects, implying an administrative or unrecorded cause rather than a mechanical fault. The vehicle has not accumulated advisories across the four available tests. Mileage sits low for a 2003 vehicle, with 97,594 recorded miles equating to roughly 4,243 miles per year. The records show gentle annual use: 86,604 miles on 4 January 2022, 91,408 on 13 January 2023, and 97,594 on 8 January 2024. The 5,990-mile gain between 2022 and 2023 then 6,186 miles to 2024 reflects steady low running. Sparse entries across four years with no flagged wear suggest the car was lightly used and stored rather than neglected through high mileage. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity and corrosion on the underside, as 23-year-old Japanese hatchbacks commonly suffer sill and subframe rust even when MOTs stay clean. The lack of advisories means suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and exhaust emissions have shown no tester concern, but standing periods can hide perished rubber and binding calipers. Verify the January 2023 fail reason in person, since the blank defect field gives no mechanical clue. Given the clean recent history and low annual mileage, the Liana shows no worsening pattern or recurring fault. A pre-purchase check of tyres, wiper blades, and fluid condition remains sensible, though the record implies previous owners kept basic upkeep current.