2022 Suzuki Vitara SZ-T B-JET Mhev Agrip 1.4L Hybrid electric · KM22 XRR

Annual mileage of around 18,233 miles places this 2022 Suzuki Vitara well above the typical 7,000 to 10,000 mile average for its age, meaning the braking system, suspension components, tyres and drivetrain will have accumulated wear roughly in line with a vehicle that is considerably older. Despite this heavy usage profile, the recorded MOT history is extremely sparse, showing only a single test entry dated 18 June 2025 which carries both a pass and a fail result on the same day. A duplicate pass and fail pair on the same date typically indicates that a minor item was identified and rectified during the test appointment, allowing the vehicle to be re-presented and pass shortly afterwards, but the lack of any recorded defect details on either entry means the specific reason for the failure cannot be determined from the MOT history alone. With no prior test outcomes or advisories on file to establish a trend, there is no longitudinal pattern of deterioration to assess, and the most recent roadworthiness confirmation stands as a pass. The gap in testing records is worth noting, as vehicles first registered in 2022 do not require an MOT until they reach three years of age, so this 2025 test represents the first mandatory assessment. The absence of any earlier advisory history means there is no documented record of component wear progression, which places greater emphasis on a physical inspection of the high-mileage consumables that would not have been flagged on the first test. Given the annual mileage figure, the brake pads and discs, front suspension bushes, coil springs, and tyre tread depth should be regarded as items approaching or already past their first replacement cycle. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to brake pedal feel and stopping performance, as binding calipers or warped discs are common on higher-mileage turbocharged SUVs and would not necessarily have been recorded if the brake pads still had sufficient material remaining at the test date. Listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly over speed humps, which would suggest worn anti-roll bar links, drop links, or bottom arm bushes, all of which are known wear items on the Vitara platform. Steering should remain precise without pulling to either side under braking or acceleration, and any vibration through the steering wheel at motorway speeds could indicate wheel balancing issues or early disc wear. Tyres should be inspected for uneven shoulder wear, which is a common indicator of suspension misalignment or worn bushes. Given the elevated mileage and the fact that this is essentially the first MOT record available, a prospective buyer should commission an independent pre-purchase inspection focusing on the areas that would typically accumulate wear between service intervals but might not yet have triggered an MOT failure. A compression test and inspection of the 1.4-litre Boosterjet turbocharger, intercooler pipes and oil seals would be prudent given the higher annual mileage, while a thorough underbody examination should be carried out to check for any corrosion on brake pipes, subframe mounting points and the exhaust system, particularly around the heatmap shielding. Verifying full service history, including recent cambelt or timing chain inspections if due, and confirming that the mild hybrid 48V system components, including the belt-driven integrated starter generator, are operating without warning lights, will round out a sensible due diligence process for this particular Vitara.