2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.6L Petrol · VE02 ABZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing history. Following a period of failure in mid-2017 at 86,204 miles, the Suzuki achieved three consecutive passes with no defects recorded. However, the last recorded test from September 2021 is now nearly five years old, meaning the current roadworthiness status is unverified and the mechanical condition of the vehicle may have degraded significantly since that final inspection. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per annum. There is a significant three-year gap between the October 2018 test at 96,075 miles and the September 2021 test at 103,408 miles, during which the car covered only 7,000 miles. While low mileage suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods of standing often lead to the degradation of rubber components, seized calipers, and internal corrosion within fluid lines. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as vehicles of this era are prone to hidden corrosion that does not always manifest in a clean MOT record. Given the age and low usage, specifically check the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake hoses for cracking or perished rubber. The early 2017 failures indicate the vehicle was previously capable of immediate faults, but the lack of data since 2021 necessitates a thorough check of the braking system for binding calipers and checking for fluid leaks or perished seals.