2018 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · AX18 FHJ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend reveals a consistent pattern of neglected low-priority consumables. The most recent test on 21 March 2024 at 42,643 miles passed despite a damaged windscreen, a perishing offside rear tyre, and an active TPMS warning light. While the car avoids major mechanical or structural failures, the recurring presence of tyre degradation suggests the previous owners reacted to faults rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,330 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data between the July 2021 test at 15,474 miles and the March 2022 test at 19,342 miles, followed by a steady increase toward the 2024 figure. This low-usage pattern explains the persistent perishing and cracking noted across multiple MOT records, as rubber compounds degrade over time and through dry rotting rather than through mileage-driven tread wear. A buyer must inspect the physical condition of all four tyres, as the history shows consistent cracking and damage across all axles between 2022 and 2023. The TPMS light flagged in March 2024 requires a diagnostic check to determine if a faulty sensor or a slow leak remains unaddressed. Given the low mileage and periods of standing, the inspector should also check for brake disc corrosion or seized calipers, which often occur on vehicles that are not driven frequently enough.