2013 Suzuki Alto 1.0L Petrol · GU13 WBW

The vehicle's current roadworthiness is assessed as non-roadworthy due to a persistent failure of the nearside front headlamps, which has not been addressed since the October 2025 test at 49,545 miles. This defect, identified as 4.1.1 (a) (ii), indicates that the front lighting system is in critical condition and requires immediate professional diagnosis and replacement. The test failure date of 2025-10-24 is significantly more recent than the most recent MOT record of 2024-10-29, suggesting that the vehicle has been maintained for approximately two years after the initial failure, which is a critical gap for safety. The mileage pattern reveals a significant disparity between the vehicle's age and its recorded usage. The 2013 SUZUKI ALTO, which is roughly 13 years old, has accumulated over 49,500 miles over this period, averaging only about 3,811 miles per year. This low mileage rate is inconsistent with a vehicle of this age that has been driven for a long time, implying that the owner may have been in a state of very light usage or was absent for extended periods. While the mileage figures are low, they do not mitigate the severe mechanical damage caused by the headlamp failure. The rapid accumulation of miles since the initial failure suggests that the owner may have been neglecting routine maintenance, which is a major red flag for a used car of this age. Given the recurring faults and the structural integrity risks associated with the headlamp failure, the vehicle should be inspected in person for binding calipers, suspension bushings, and structural corrosion. The history indicates that the owner has been unable to perform routine checks on the front suspension and braking components, leading to a lack of protective measures for these critical areas. A buyer must verify that the front headlamps have been replaced and that the suspension and brakes are in good working order before proceeding with the purchase, as the vehicle's roadworthiness is compromised by the unresolved electrical and mechanical issues.