2026 Suzuki Swift Motion Mhev 1.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · PB60 AJB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean passes to emerging age related wear. The most recent test in March 2026 at 15,637 miles identified multiple advisories regarding tyre condition and suspension components. While the car passed the test, the transition from zero defect records in previous years to specific faults indicates that rubber-based components are beginning to degrade due to time and exposure despite the low mechanical usage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,600 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between August 2023 at 10,894 miles and August 2024 at 14,755 miles, where the car covered 4,000 miles in a year. This pattern of intermittent use often leads to the perishing of tyres and flat spotting on brake components, as the materials undergo dry rot and environmental stress rather than wearing down through regular friction. A buyer must physically inspect the tyres thoroughly, as the March 2026 record flagged perishing on both rear tyres and a sidewall injury on the offside front. The failure in August 2024 due to a structural bulge on the nearside front suggests the vehicle may have suffered kerb impacts. Furthermore, the advisory for worn bushes on both rear upper shock absorbers requires attention to ensure the suspension geometry is not compromised, which could cause uneven tyre wear. Given the low mileage, the brakes should also be checked for surface corrosion or seizing, which frequently affects vehicles that remain stationary for long periods.