2017 Swift Group LTD 2.3L Diesel · PO17 FJK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a clear trend of deferred consumable repairs. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 20,840 miles passed, the tester flagged a defective offside front windscreen wiper and a nail in the offside rear tyre. This follows a persistent pattern of advisories regarding tyre perishing and damage across multiple years, indicating that the owner has neglected basic rubber components despite the low overall mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,316 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between January 2022 at 17,915 miles and April 2023 at 19,047 miles, where only 1,132 miles were covered over fourteen months. This infrequent use suggests the car sits for long periods, which directly explains the recurring cracking and perishing of the tyres noted in the MOT records, as rubber degrades through age and oxidation rather than just tread wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, as the recurring reports of cracking and perishing suggest the rubber is reaching the end of its structural life regardless of remaining tread depth. Attention should also be paid to the brake discs and calipers; low-mileage vehicles prone to long-term storage often develop surface corrosion or seized calipers due to lack of use. Verify that the wiper blade has been replaced, as the latest record confirmed a failure there that was previously left unaddressed.