2014 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · CA14 UDM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on August 12 2025 at 34,214 miles passed with an advisory for an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit and on the edge. This follows a failure in August 2023 due to a bald tyre on the nearside rear and an incorrect indicator colour. While the car has cleared its immediate mechanical defects, the recurring nature of tyre issues suggests that components are only replaced once they reach a failure threshold. At 34,214 miles over twelve years, this Suzuki Swift has clocked significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 2,851 miles per year. This low usage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components but often leads to the degradation of rubber-based parts. The data shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles added between each interval from 2022 to 2025. The regularity of these records indicates the vehicle has not been left stationary for extended periods, which helps preserve seals and gaskets. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the 2023 record flagged worn wishbone rear bushes and slight play in the offside Macpherson strut top mount. Although these were not noted in the subsequent pass, low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from perished bushings due to age rather than distance. The persistent advisory for a gearbox oil leak noted between 2022 and 2023 requires a physical check to ensure the leak remains a minor seep and has not developed into an active failure. The brake system also warrants attention regarding the corrosion noted on the flexible brake hose ferrules identified in 2023. Given the age of the vehicle, these hoses should be inspected for internal collapse or external corrosion that could impede braking. The history of uneven tyre wear and cracking in 2022 and 2025 indicates that a wheel alignment check is necessary to prevent premature failure of new tyres.