2017 Fiat Swift 2.3L Diesel · SP17 FYC

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 73,277 miles, this followed a failure just five days prior at 73,250 miles. The recurrence of thin brake pads and pitted rear discs across these tests indicates that the previous owner allowed consumable components to reach the limit of legal wear rather than replacing them during scheduled service intervals. At 73,277 miles, this nine-year-old vehicle averages approximately 8,142 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK domestic usage patterns. The data shows a significant gap in mileage between March 2023 and May 2024, where the car covered only 2,500 miles in fourteen months. However, the mileage increased by over 800 miles between May 2024 and July 2025, suggesting a recent period of higher use that likely coincided with the mechanical wear noted in the braking system. A buyer must closely inspect the braking system during a physical evaluation. The May 2024 failure for a binding nearside rear service brake and excessive parking brake movement suggests the handbrake mechanism or cables may suffer from corrosion or seizing. Given that the July 2025 test flagged pitted and scored rear discs, the buyer should verify that these components were actually replaced and that the calipers are not sticking, which would cause premature uneven wear. The exhaust system also requires attention following the insecurity failure recorded in May 2024. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent test, the rubber hangers and mounting brackets should be checked for degradation to ensure the system remains structurally sound. The side repeater failures in July 2025 were minor cosmetic issues, but they further reinforce a pattern of minimal attention to detail regarding the vehicle's external condition.