2013 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · JS04 ACS

Tyre condition dominates the MOT history of this 2013 Suzuki Swift, with recurring advisories for rear‑side cracking and front‑edge wear that have appeared in three separate years, while the most recent test on 7 April 2026 recorded a pass but retained the near‑side rear tyre advisory. Apart from the tyre observations, the only recorded failure was in April 2025 when the brake lever was judged to have insufficient reserve travel and the off‑side rear direction indicator was shown in the wrong colour; both items were rectified before the subsequent April 2026 pass, and no further defects have been logged. At 50,028 miles the vehicle averages just under 4,000 miles per annum, a mileage figure that is low for a thirteen‑year‑old car. Such modest annual use suggests limited wear on drivetrain components, clutch, and engine internals, yet the age of the rubber and polymer parts means that seals, hoses and tyre compounds may have deteriorated irrespective of mileage. The MOT record shows no gaps in annual testing, indicating the vehicle has been regularly presented for inspection throughout its life. Prospective buyers should inspect the rear near‑side tyre for any visible cracks, bulges or tread separation, and verify that the front tyres, flagged as close to the legal limit, still possess sufficient tread depth and uniform wear across the width. A road‑test should include listening for any thumping or vibration that could indicate tyre damage, and checking that the steering remains steady without pull. The 2022 advisory about thin front brake pads, combined with the 2025 brake‑lever travel failure, warrants a thorough brake inspection: feel for pedal firmness, note any excessive pedal travel or judder under braking, and confirm that the pads still have adequate thickness and the calipers move freely. The off‑side rear direction indicator colour error recorded in 2025 should be confirmed as corrected; the indicator lamp must illuminate the proper amber hue and function consistently when the steering wheel is turned. Replacing the rear tyres and addressing any remaining brake‑pad wear would bring the vehicle back to a fully compliant state and remove the most common sources of future MOT advisories. A detailed visual and functional check of these items before purchase will clarify whether the Swift remains a mechanically sound choice for low‑mileage, everyday use.