2002 Suzuki Wagon-R+ 1.3L Petrol · VE02 ACJ

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend following a period of inconsistency. The most recent test conducted in November 2023 at 64,082 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the issues identified in previous years have been addressed. While the car experienced failures in its earlier recent tests, it has maintained a passing record without advisories for the last two consecutive inspections. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,670 miles per year. Between October 2021 and October 2022, the car covered only 1,382 miles, and it added another 1,084 miles in the year leading to the 2023 test. This low usage suggests the vehicle has seen minimal mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but it also increases the risk of degradation in rubber-based components, seals, and seized brake calipers due to dry rot or long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and underbody condition, as low-mileage vehicles of this era are prone to hidden corrosion if left stationary. The MOT history does not explicitly detail the previous failures, but the repeated failures in 2021 and 2022 suggest that specific components required immediate attention to meet safety standards. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracking, check the brake lines for corrosion or pitting, and ensure that the low mileage has not led to fluid leaks from perished engine hoses.