2016 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · FV16 FFJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in November 2025 at 59,084 miles resulted in a pass, just two miles after a failure involving multiple defects. While the immediate issues with the anti-roll bar ball joints were addressed following the failure, the presence of thin front brake pads and a corroded rear brake pipe indicates that components are only serviced once they reach a point of inspection failure. At 59,084 miles, this ten-year-old Suzuki has covered low annual mileage, averaging roughly 6,000 miles per year. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. The record supports this with the 2023 test at 47,153 miles, where all four tyres showed signs of perishing and cracking, a common symptom of vehicles that sit for long periods. The mileage gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests is consistent with this pattern, suggesting a steady but infrequent driving habit. A buyer should physically inspect the suspension system, as the anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers failed in 2024 and again in late 2025. The offside rear brake pipe was flagged for corrosion and obscured by grease in November 2025, which requires a close look to ensure the grease is not being used to mask structural rust. Additionally, the tyre pressure monitoring system was reported as inoperative during the November 2025 failure and should be verified as functional as it was not explicitly cleared or repaired in the subsequent immediate pass.