2012 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · SM62 FPP

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance profile characterized by a reactive rather than proactive approach to mechanical repairs. While the car passed its most recent test in October 2021 at 73,251 miles, this followed a significant failure just one mile prior, indicating the owner did not address critical safety issues until they reached failure thresholds. The trend shows a recurring pattern of neglecting the braking system and suspension components, which are only addressed when necessary to secure an MOT certificate. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 73,251 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,200 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant gap in testing history, with no MOT records available since October 2021. This five-year lapse suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods or been operated outside the standard testing framework. Low-mileage often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion due to lack of use, which aligns with the persistent reports of corroded brake pipes and worn bushes noted in the earlier records. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension, as the inner control arm bushes were flagged as worn repeatedly between 2019 and 2021. The braking system requires close scrutiny; the history shows chronic corrosion on all four brake pipes across multiple tests, alongside previously thin pads and pitted discs. The tester also noted slight corrosion to the underside in 2021, which necessitates a physical check for structural integrity on the chassis. Given the multi-year gap in records, the state of the tyres, fluids, and rubber hoses is unknown and likely deteriorated significantly since the last recorded test.