2015 Suzuki Celerio 1.0L Petrol · YR65 YEX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding structural and braking system integrity. While it passed the April 2026 test at 47,008 miles, this followed a failure just two days prior for multiple mechanical defects. The tester identified an inoperative nearside rear parking brake and a brake imbalance across the rear axle, which were addressed to secure the pass. However, recurring corrosion on the front sub-frame and brake pipes persists across three consecutive testing years. At 11 years old, the recorded 47,008 miles represent a low annual average of approximately 4,300 miles per year. This low usage pattern is consistent with the clean records seen in 2023 at 36,306 miles and 2025 at 43,488 miles. The sudden appearance of multiple brake-related failures in April 2026 suggests that the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to accelerated corrosion of brake lines and seized components rather than wear from high mileage. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front sub-frame to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond the point of economical repair. The tester has flagged the same brake pipes multiple times for being corroded and covered in grease, which indicates an attempt to hide surface rust from the inspector's view. The parking brake mechanism should be tested for effectiveness to ensure the April 2026 failure was fully rectified, and the rear brake assembly should be checked for signs of sticking calipers or uneven wear that caused the recorded imbalance.