2006 Suzuki Ignis 1.3L Petrol · SD56 KZJ

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend that appears to be worsening as it ages. While the most recent test on 25 October 2024 at 74,675 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed earlier that same day due to several significant issues. The tester flagged corroded central brake pipes at the front, which were covered in grease or other material, and an incorrectly adjusted parking brake lever. These recurring issues with the braking system suggest that while repairs are being made to pass inspections, the underlying condition of the hydraulic lines and mechanical adjustments requires closer scrutiny. The mileage pattern indicates very low annual usage, averaging approximately 3,734 miles per year over the vehicle's twenty-year lifespan. This low usage is evident in the progression from 20,668 miles in 2014 to 74,675 miles in 2024. While low mileage often implies less mechanical wear, the record suggests the car may have spent long periods stationary. This is supported by frequent advisories regarding perishing or cracking tyres, such as the issues noted in October 2023 and September 2020, which are classic symptoms of age-related rubber degradation rather than tread wear from driving. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and chassis. The MOT history shows a persistent pattern of brake pipe corrosion, with faults recorded in October 2021 and again in October 2024. The presence of grease covering these pipes is a specific concern, as it can mask the extent of the corrosion. You should also examine the underside for structural integrity, specifically looking at the trailing arm rubber bushes which showed deterioration in April 2018 and the front coil springs which were noted as corroded in the same period. Finally, check the condition of all rubber components and suspension joints. The 2023 failure involving a split offside front drive shaft CV boot indicates that rubber gaiters are failing due to age. Given the history of tyre cracking and various lighting and wiper failures, the vehicle appears to have been maintained on a reactive rather than preventative basis. Ensure that the recent repairs to the brake pipes and the parking brake mechanism have been completed to a high standard and are not merely superficial fixes.