2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.9L Diesel · LD10 AYX

The most recent MOT on 30 November 2023 at 111,005 miles passed, yet the vehicle carries multiple recurring advisories that indicate ongoing mechanical concerns, so it cannot be deemed fully roadworthy without remedial work; the maintenance trend is stable with persistent minor defects rather than improvement. The recorded mileage has risen steadily from 25,176 miles in March 2015 to 111,005 miles in November 2023, averaging about 6,900 miles per year, which aligns with the vehicle’s 16‑year age; the intervals between tests show consistent use, with no prolonged periods of inactivity, though the jump from 42,490 miles in March 2017 to 59,573 miles in November 2018 represents a 17,000‑mile increase in roughly one year. Recurring faults include seat belt webbing that has been noted as frayed or damaged in every test since 2017, indicating a persistent but non‑critical issue; tyre tread depth has repeatedly fallen below the 1.6 mm legal limit, with exposed cords on the near‑side front tyre in 2023 and worn edges on rear tyres since 2019, suggesting neglect of tyre replacement; brake pad thickness has been recorded below 1.5 mm on the off‑side front in 2023 and thin on rear pads since 2019, pointing to overdue brake service; oil leaks have been logged since 2017 and persist as a slight but recurring defect; and the 2023 failure also highlighted binding rear brakes and non‑functional position lamps, which a buyer should verify. In person the buyer should examine the condition of the rear seat belt webbing for fraying, assess tyre tread depth and look for cord exposure or uneven wear, inspect brake pad thickness and disc condition, check for any binding or uneven operation of the rear brakes, verify the oil leak is not worsening, test all position lamps and direction indicators, and look for any signs of structural rust or suspension bush wear that may correlate with the tyre and brake issues.