2016 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · LE16 XEB

This 2016 Suzuki Swift presents a notably clean MOT history, with every recorded test from 2023 through to the most recent pass on 30 December 2025 showing no advisories or defects. The single failure on 4 January 2025 is immediately followed by a same-day pass, indicating a minor administrative or rectification issue that was addressed before the vehicle was re-presented and cleared without any items being recorded against it. Across the five documented test events spanning three years, there is no recurring pattern of brake, suspension, tyre, corrosion, or exhaust-related advisories, which is a strong indicator of consistent structural and mechanical integrity for a ten-year-old supermini. The clean advisory record suggests that the consumable components typically flagged on cars of this age — brake pads, discs, tyres, and suspension bushes — have either been replaced proactively or have not yet reached the wear threshold that testers record. Against an average annual mileage of roughly 3,800 miles, this Swift has covered substantially fewer miles than typical for its age bracket, where 6,000 to 8,000 miles per year would be expected. The mileage progression between tests — from the 2023 pass through to the December 2025 pass — does not show any significant annual jumps, implying steady, modest use rather than periods of heavy commuting or long-distance driving. Low annual mileage reduces wear on high-contact items such as clutch friction material, brake discs, and drivetrain mounts, but it does mean the vehicle has likely spent extended periods stationary. For a car of this profile, particular attention should be paid to rubber components that deteriorate with age rather than mileage, including suspension bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, drive shaft gaiters, and engine mountings, as well as any evidence of brake caliper seizure from infrequent use. On a physical inspection and test drive, focus on the areas that low-mileage cars of this vintage commonly suffer from. Listen for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly indicative of worn anti-roll bar bushes or bottom arm bushes, and feel for any vagueness or knocking through the steering rack, which can develop from dry tie rod ends. At low speed, check for any pulling to one side, which could indicate a binding brake caliper that has corroded during periods of disuse, and inspect the inner and outer faces of the front discs for lipping or surface corrosion that may cause pedal judder under braking. Examine the underside carefully for any surface corrosion on subframe mounting points, brake pipes, and fuel lines, as ten years of road salt exposure can initiate rust even on otherwise well-maintained vehicles. Given the absence of any recorded advisories, there are no specific components from the MOT history to target, so the inspection should be thorough but proportionate. Verify that the tyre tread depth is legal and evenly worn across the axles, as uneven wear can reveal tracking or suspension geometry issues not yet severe enough to fail but worth noting. Check all fluid levels and their condition, particularly brake fluid which should be a clear amber colour rather than dark brown, and engine oil on the dipstick for any milky residue suggesting head gasket concerns. Finally, confirm that the electrics function correctly, including all interior switches, infotainment, air conditioning, and central locking, and ensure the vehicle starts promptly from cold without extended cranking, which would hint at a battery or starter motor issue stemming from intermittent use.