2016 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · OV16 KWZ

The 2016 Suzuki Swift presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 4 March 2026 at 41,108 miles with zero defects recorded. That clean bill of health is significant given the advisories noted in the preceding two tests. The 2025 test at 37,530 miles flagged worn and pitted front brake discs alongside thin front pads and a perished nearside front tyre. The 2024 test at 33,905 miles recorded perishing on three of the four tyres. The fact that none of these items reappeared as defects in March 2026 indicates the previous owner addressed the brake and tyre issues rather than letting them deteriorate further. This is a positive ownership pattern. The mileage profile tells a clear story of very light use. Across roughly ten years the car has covered approximately 4,111 miles per year, well below the UK annual average of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles. The intervals between MOT tests confirm this. Between February 2022 at 25,676 miles and March 2023 at 30,066 miles the car added 4,390 miles. Between March 2023 and March 2024 it added 3,839 miles. Between March 2024 and March 2025 it added 3,625 miles. Between March 2025 and March 2026 it added 3,578 miles. The annual mileage has been remarkably consistent and gradually declining, which suggests the vehicle was used for short, local journeys rather than sustained motorway running. Low annual mileage can preserve mechanical components but also introduces its own risks, particularly with rubber seals, tyre perishing, and exhaust condensation from short trips, both of which are reflected in the 2024 advisory cluster. A buyer inspecting this Swift in person should focus on the front brake components that were flagged in 2025. Even though the March 2026 test passed without advisories, the front discs and pads were noted as worn and pitted less than a year ago, so verifying the current condition of the disc faces, pad thickness, and caliper operation is worthwhile. The recurring tyre perishing advisories across 2024 and 2025 also warrant close attention. Check the sidewalls of all four tyres, including the spare if fitted, for cracking, crazing, or date codes indicating age-related deterioration. Tyres on low-mileage cars frequently perish from age and UV exposure rather than tread wear. Inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers for corrosion or weeping, as short-trip use combined with standing periods can accelerate surface corrosion on underbody components. A brief test drive should include a steady brake application to confirm no pulling, judder, or pedal pulsation that might indicate uneven disc wear from the previously noted pitting.