2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6L Petrol · GF52 ABO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in February 2023 at 106,069 miles flagged only thin front brake pads, indicating an improvement over the more frequent failures of previous years. However, the vehicle has a history of failing on basic consumable items such as lighting, wiper blades, and brake components, suggesting that previous owners often only addressed faults once they reached a failure threshold during the annual inspection. The mileage profile is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. There is a significant gap in the data, with no MOT recorded since February 2023, meaning the vehicle has not been officially tested for over three years. Between December 2021 and February 2023, the car covered only 7,059 miles, confirming the low-usage trend. This inactivity suggests the vehicle may have sat for extended periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer must inspect the underbody and braking system closely, as the record shows recurring issues in these areas. The tester identified corroded rear brake pipes in 2021 and noisy rear bearings with a binding offside front caliper in 2018. The suspension also requires attention; the history shows uneven tyre wear and worn suspension linkages back to 2015 and 2020, which points to alignment issues or perished rubber bushes. Given the three-year lapse since the last MOT, a thorough check of the CV boots, sidewalls, and structural integrity is essential to ensure no significant corrosion has developed while the vehicle was stationary.