2019 Suzuki Vitara 1.0L Petrol · SN68 AAG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in October 2025 at 56,227 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive servicing. A significant failure in September 2025 occurred just five miles prior to the successful test, due to a major front exhaust leak and failure to complete emissions testing. While this issue was rectified to allow the subsequent pass, it suggests that the owner only addressed critical mechanical faults when they threatened the MOT certificate. The mileage progression is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap of nearly 10,000 miles between January 2023 and January 2024, followed by another 10,000-mile interval between January 2024 and January 2025. This steady accumulation suggests regular road use, which is generally beneficial for seals and mechanical components, though the frequency of consumable advisories indicates that basic maintenance has been neglected throughout this mid-life period. A buyer must pay close attention to the braking system, which has been a recurring weak point. Records from 2024 and 2025 repeatedly flagged thin pads and pitted or scored front brake discs, along with a binding offside rear service brake. The physical inspection should check for uneven pad wear or seized calipers to ensure the rear binding issue has actually been permanently resolved. Additionally, the history shows a lapse in tyre management, with multiple tyres reaching the legal limit or showing signs of cracking and perishing. The current state of the rubber compound and tread depth is vital, as the previous owner demonstrated a history of running tyres until they failed.