2018 Suzuki Baleno 1.0L Petrol · LM18 FWK

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently good, but the maintenance trend is deteriorating significantly over the past two years. The most recent test on 2025-10-08 failed, indicating a critical failure in the rear coil spring and rear brake disc that has persisted since the previous date of 2025-10-08. This failure, combined with a failed test on 2024-10-15, demonstrates a clear worsening trend in the rear suspension and braking system, which is a major structural risk requiring immediate attention. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has accumulated approximately 8,000 miles per year over its life, which is consistent with its age but raises concerns about the rate of wear. The rapid mileage accumulation suggests that the vehicle has been used for extended periods without adequate maintenance, leading to the accumulation of wear on critical components like the coil springs and brake discs. While the 2025-10-08 test shows no excessive wear on the front brake disc, the absence of a test on 2024-10-15 for the rear brake disc and subframe mounting indicates a gap in the history, potentially allowing wear to accumulate without detection. Consequently, the buyer must inspect the vehicle's roadworthiness personally to identify and address the recurring faults in the rear suspension and braking system. The most significant issues to address are the corroded rear coil spring and worn rear brake disc, as well as the nearside and offside road wheel fixing defects, which are likely to cause binding conditions and reduced suspension integrity. Given the lack of a recent test on 2024-10-15, it is advisable to inspect the rear subframe mounting prescribed area and the brake disc to rule out corrosion that could lead to premature failure. A thorough physical inspection is required to confirm the condition of the coil springs and brake discs and to assess the overall structural integrity of the rear suspension.