2012 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · CK62 EFR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of reactive rather than proactive mechanical care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 51,881 miles followed a failure just six miles prior due to insufficient tread depth on both front tyres and a perishing offside rear tyre. While the car passed after rectification, the recurring failures suggest that the owner only addresses defects when prompted by the MOT tester rather than during during routine service intervals. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year. There is significanting in usage between November 2020 and December 2022, where the car covered only 7,693 miles over two years. This low mileage explains the age-related degradation of rubber components, such as the perishing and cracking tyres noted in multiple annual tests, as long periods of standing often lead to material degradation of seals and sidewalls regardless of the distance driven. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the vehicle's structural integrity and braking system. The December 2024 test at 46,727 miles flagged corrosion on both the front and rear sub-frames. While the tester deemed these not seriously weakened at that time, corrosion on structural components requires monitoring to ensure it does not progress. Additionally, the record shows corroded rear brake pipes covered in grease in 2024 and pitted front inner brake discs in 2022, which indicate that the braking system is prone to environmental corrosion and should be checked for leaks or excessive thinning of the metal.