2012 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · CF12 FBN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a period of significant neglect followed by reactive repairs. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 80,370 miles passed with only a minor advisory for a nail in the offside rear tyre, the failure in October 2024 reveals a sharp decline in mechanical oversight. The trend shows an improving state following the 2024 failure, suggesting the owner finally addressed several critical faults once they threatened the vehicle's legality. At fourteen years old, the recorded mileage of 80,370 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,741 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with less wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it frequently masks the degradation of rubber components. Between September 2022 at 62,376 miles and October 2024 at 74,376 miles, the car covered only 12,000 miles over two years. This slow rate of travel can lead to the drying of seals and the seizing of brake components, which is likely evidenced in the 2024 results. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and steering systems due to recurring issues. The 2024 failure flagged worn front suspension arm bushes and play in the steering rack inner joints, following a similar bushing advisory in 2023. You should verify that these components were properly replaced rather than merely adjusted. The binding rear service brake noted in 2024 also requires physical verification to ensure the caliper sliders and pistons are not seized from the long periods of low use. The inoperative engine management light fault reported in 2024 is a serious concern as it indicates a fault that may have been bypassed or cleared without a resolution. While the car passed the subsequent test, the minor exhaust leak from the 2024 failure should be checked to ensure it has not worsened. Given the age of the vehicle, inspect the chassis for corrosion on the sills and mounting points, as the MOT record does not account for structural integrity beyond the basic inspection requirements.