2016 Suzuki Vitara 1.6L Petrol · SW16 NYX

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a worsening trajectory regarding braking and tyre components. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 114,820 miles passed, it revealed immediate issues with front brake discs and thin pads, alongside rear tyres reaching the legal limit. This represents a shift from the clean record seen in 2025, suggesting that consumable items are now being addressed as they approach failure thresholds rather than through proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year. Data shows a significant jump of 11,000 miles between May 2023 and May 2024, followed by roughly 16,000 miles between May 2024 and April 2026. This steady usage suggests the car has been a regular road tool, which explains the progressive wear observed on the braking hardware and tyres over the last three inspection cycles. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the history flags recurring issues including offside rear binding and a corroded nearside front brake pipe in 2024. The 2026 report of pitted and scored front discs indicates the metal is reaching the end of its functional life and requires immediate replacement. Furthermore, the repeated mentions of tyres being worn on the outer edges in both 2024 and de-facto wear in 2026 suggest a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require professional investigation to prevent premature tyre scrubbing.