2014 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · NL14 XOY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its MOT in March 2026 at 74,551 miles, it had failed just one day prior due to significant safety defects. The failures included a fractured offside front coil spring, an inoperative parking brake system, and insufficient lever travel. Although these specific issues were addressed for the pass, the recurring nature of suspension and brake faults suggests that the owner only repairs mechanical components when forced by a test failure. The mileage profile is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. Between 64,592 miles in March 2024 and 69,405 miles in March 2025, the car covered roughly 5,000 miles, followed by another 5,146 miles leading to the most recent test. This low annual mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but it often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals, which aligns with the issues seen in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the entire suspension and braking system. The history shows worn lower control arm bushes in 2025 and a broken coil spring in 2026, indicating the front end is aging. The rear diff oil leak is a persistent issue since at least 2025; while the tester noted it was not excessive, it requires monitoring to ensure it does not evolve into a major seal failure. Additionally, the frequent mentions of tyres reaching legal wear limits in 2024 and 2026 suggest that basic consumable maintenance is neglected until it becomes critical.