2016 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · PJ16 OVT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on March 31, 2026, but the recent history indicates a worsening trend in brake system maintenance. While the car passed its latest test, the failure just one day prior at 63,025 miles revealed contamination on both front brake discs and damage to the nearside rear tyre. This suggests that while the owner is addressing immediate faults to pass the MOT, the condition of the braking components is deteriorating through reactive than preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with low-use urban driving, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year over its ten-year life. There is a notable gap of nearly 9,000 miles between January 2024 and January 2025, followed by nearly 19,000 miles in the fourteen months leading up to the March 2026 test. This low annual mileage often leads to surface corrosion on exposed steel components that are not frequently used, which aligns with the pitting and scoring noted on the front brake discs in the January 2025 test. A buyer must physically inspect the front braking assembly, as the record shows a progression from pitting and scoring in 2025 to full contamination in 2026. This indicates the calipers may be sticking or the discs are reaching the end of their life due to age. The nearside rear tyre should be checked for further sidew cracking or perishing, as the March 2026 failure suggests the rubber is degrading despite the low mileage. General inspection of the suspension bushes and exhaust corrosion is also advised to ensure the low usage has not resulted in dry rot or structural degradation.