2018 SUZUKI SWIFT1.2L Hybrid Electric (Clean)

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 23 June 2026 at 52,132 miles. However, the maintenance trend is shifting from clean reports toward emerging mechanical wear. While the car has passed every test since 2021, the latest entry flags corrosion on both rear coil springs as an advisory. This indicates the onset of structural degradation in the suspension components that was not present in previous years. The mileage pattern is consistent and typical for an eight year old vehicle, averaging roughly 6,516 miles per year. The distance covered between tests has remained steady, moving from 17,684 miles in June 2021 to 52,132 miles in June 2026. There are no erratic jumps in mileage or long periods of inactivity that would suggest neglect or abnormal usage patterns. A recurring theme of perishing tyres appears throughout the early history. The tester flagged perishing on the rear tyres in June 2022 at 25,537 miles and again on the front tyres in June 2024 at 38,252 miles. This pattern of rubber degradation, combined with the recent spring corrosion, suggests the car may have been stored in a damp environment or suffered from infrequent tyre replacements. A buyer should specifically inspect the rear suspension for further signs of rust and verify the current condition of all four tyres. While the corrosion on the coil springs is currently an advisory, it is a progressive issue. Confirming whether these springs have been replaced since the June 2026 test is essential to avoid an imminent failure.