2008 Suzuki Swift 1.5L Petrol · ML58 FSA

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state based on the most recent MOT pass on 16 December 2024 at 80,927 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the record shows a consistent pattern of passing tests without any listed defects or advisories. The absence of recorded faults across multiple years suggests a vehicle that has been kept in a condition meeting minimum legal standards. The mileage is low for an eighteen year old car, averaging roughly 4,496 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between 2 January 2024 and 16 December 2024, where the odometer rose from 73,136 to 80,927 miles. This indicates a period of higher activity totaling nearly 7,800 miles in less than a year, contrasting with the slower accumulation seen between December 2022 and January 2024. While the MOT history is clean, the low overall mileage and the age of the vehicle raise specific concerns regarding components that degrade regardless of use. A buyer should manually inspect the rubber suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing or stress fractures. The brakes should be checked for binding calipers or pitted discs, as low-use vehicles often suffer from corrosion in the braking system. Particular attention must be paid to the chassis and underbody. The record does not mention structural corrosion, but a 2008 model is susceptible to rust in the sills and floor pans. Given the lack of advisories, the car seems well-maintained, but a physical check for oil leaks and the condition of the tyres is necessary to ensure the low mileage has not resulted from long periods of standing.