2016 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · AX16 TEJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline in attention to mechanical upkeep. While it passed the most recent March 2026 test at 123,738 miles, it had failed just one day prior due to an excessive oil leak from the engine oil filter. This indicates a reactive maintenance approach where faults are only addressed immediately before an inspection. The persistence of suspension advisories across multiple years suggests that wear-related component replacements are being deferred rather than proactively managed. At 123,738 miles over ten years, this Suzuki Swift has covered a high average of approximately 12,300 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 8,400 miles clocked between March 2025 and March 2026. This high rate of accumulation places significant stress on the drivetrain and rubber components. The sudden transition from a clean record in 2023 to a series of failures and advisories in recent years suggests the vehicle is entering a phase where high-mileage components are failing simultaneously. A buyer must prioritise inspecting the front suspension geometry. The tester flagged worn rear suspension arm bushes on both the nearside and offside in 2024, 2025, and 2026. Because these have remained unaddressed for three years, the bushes are likely perished, which will affect handling and cause uneven tyre wear. The recent oil leak noted in March 2026 also requires a thorough check to ensure no damage was caused to the engine block or surrounding seals beyond a simple filter housing failure. The tyre history also shows neglect, with the nearside rear tyre reaching the legal 2mm limit in 2026 following similar issues with the front tyres in 2024. This pattern suggests the owner waits until components are dangerously thin before replacing them. The damaged nearside front mirror and inoperative registration lamp are minor cosmetic issues, but they contribute to an overall impression of poor vehicle care. A physical inspection should look for further oil leaks around the engine and verify the integrity of the suspension arm mounts.