2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4L Petrol · SC09 FRO

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward mechanical wear and structural degradation. While the car passed its March 2026 test at 122,065 miles, the tester identified multiple advisories that were absent in the previous 2025 inspection. The appearance of oil leaks, a misting offside rear shock absorber, and pitted brake discs indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase where multiple components will require proactive replacement to prevent future failures. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,180 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, with roughly 5,200 miles covered between March 2025 and March 2026, and approximately 5,000 miles in the year prior. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy long-distance stress, though the high chronological age of the car means natural degradation of rubber components and metal occurs regardless of the low mileage. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the nearside and offside rear inner vehicle structure sills. The March 2026 test flagged corrosion within 30cm of a mounting on both sides, which is a critical area for Suzkis of this era as rust can quickly compromise structural integrity. Additionally, the front and rear brake discs require a close look to determine if the pitting and scoring have reached a point where the thickness of the material is approaching the minimum limit. The nearside front anti-roll bar ball joints, which showed play in 2022 and 2023, should also be checked for current condition to ensure the suspension remains stable.