2010 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · FN60 OHA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test on 24 June 2025 at 85,738 miles resulted in a pass following a failure on the same day. While the car met the legal standard finally, the recurring failures across multiple systems, such as lighting, suspension, and wipers, suggest that the owner only addresses mechanical issues when forced to by an MOT tester. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 85,738 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,359 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the intervals between tests, showing only 3,955 miles driven between July 2024 and June 2025. However, low mileage on a vehicle of this age often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and seizing of moving parts, which aligns with the specific failures related to worn ball joints and binding brake components noted in the records. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension, as the 2025 failure identified both offside and nearside suspension arm ball joints as excessively worn. The 2024 failure also highlighted a binding nearside rear brake and an improperly adjusted parking brake, indicating the braking system may suffer from corrosion or lack of use. It is essential to verify the state of the windscreen wipers and all external lighting, as these were previously flagged as defective. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check for structural corrosion is also necessary, as this remains a risk for a 16-year-old Suzuki despite the low mileage.