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2004 Suzuki Wagon-R+ 1.3L Petrol · HV04 WWY

HV04 WWY

2004 Suzuki Wagon-R+ (1.3L, petrol). First registered 18 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 37,437 miles. MOT expired on 28 May 2026.

Make & Model
SUZUKI WAGON-R+
Year / Origin
2004 · Portsmouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 28 May 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
37,437 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.3L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 28 May 2026
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2004
Engine
1328cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's roadworthiness status is currently failed following the most recent test on 29 May 2026 at 37,437 miles. The maintenance trend shows a significant deterioration in mechanical condition compared to the previous two years of clean passes. While the vehicle maintained a stable profile between 2023 and 2024, the 2026 failure indicates a sudden onset of serious structural and mechanical issues. The tester flagged a heavily corroded and fractured offside rear lower suspension arm, alongside a corroded nearside rear arm, which represents a critical safety risk. The mileage pattern reflects extremely low usage for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,700 miles per year. Between May 2024 and May 2026, the mileage increased from 28,953 to 37,437, showing a consistent but very low rate of travel. This low usage likely contributes to the age-related degradation seen in the records, such as the perished tyres noted in May 2022 and the recent failure of rubber components and metal structures. Long periods of inactivity often lead to the exact type of corrosion and bearing play identified in the latest report. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the rear suspension system and chassis integrity. The 2026 test revealed a pattern of worsening rear-end issues, moving from slight wheel bearing play in 2025 to excessive play and a fractured suspension arm in 2026. The presence of a corroded exhaust bracket and thinning front brake pads suggests that basic consumable maintenance has been neglected. The fractured suspension arm and the condition of the wheel bearings indicate that significant mechanical repairs are required before this vehicle can be considered roadworthy. Beyond the immediate mechanical failures, the recurring issues with tyres and wiper blades suggest a history of minimal upkeep. The deterioration of the registration plates and the damaged headlamp mounting bracket further indicate that the vehicle has been subject to environmental wear without proactive cosmetic or minor component replacement. Any purchase should be contingent on a professional inspection of the underside to ensure the corrosion noted on the suspension arms has not spread to more critical structural members.
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HV04 WWY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT failed on 29/05/2026
  • 37,437 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)

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HV04 WWY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Jul 2026, 22:26
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Suzuki Wagon-R+ (HV04 WWY) between May 2022 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 29 May 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm fractured heavily corroded and fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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HV04 WWY Mileage History

  1. 30/05/202224,671 mi
  2. 02/05/202326,167 mi+1,496 mi
  3. 01/05/202428,953 mi+2,786 mi
  4. 26/05/202532,643 mi+3,690 mi
  5. 29/05/202637,437 mi+4,794 mi

Average of roughly 3,194 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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May be subject to ULEZ charges

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45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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