2008 Suzuki Swift 1.5L Petrol · GR08 FPC

The vehicle currently lacks a valid MOT certificate, as the most recent test on 3 January 2024 has expired. The overall maintenance trend appears stable based on the available data, with the car passing its last inspection at 203,755 miles without any recorded defects. While the record shows two failures in 2023, the lack of listed defects suggests these may have been administrative or minor issues resolved immediately. The mileage is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 11,320 miles per year. Between January 2022 and January 2024, the odometer rose from 198,531 to 203,755 miles. This indicates a period of relatively low usage over the last two years, covering only 5,224 miles in that timeframe. Such a drop in annual mileage can sometimes lead to issues with battery health or perished rubber components if the vehicle sat idle for extended periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension. At over 200,000 miles, high-wear items like suspension bushes, coil springs, and wheel bearings are prone to failure regardless of a clean MOT sheet. The absence of recorded advisories is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage, which suggests the tester may have been lenient or the car has undergone significant recent refurbishment. Priority should be given to checking for structural corrosion, particularly around the sills and rear arches, which is common for this model. Inspect the brake discs for pitting and check for any signs of binding calipers. Given the current date of 26 July 2026, the vehicle has been off the road or untested for over two years, making a fresh mechanical health check and a new MOT essential before use.