2016 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · SW16 NYO

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the braking system. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 83,341 miles, it failed that same test due to a blown position lamp and multiple corrosion points across the brake lines. The presence of corrosion on the nearside and offside front brake pipes, along with corrosion on both rear brake hose ferrules, indicates progressive degradation of the hydraulic lines that was not fully addressed in previous years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. Between November 2022 at 49,524 miles and October 2024 at 69,293 miles, the car covered roughly 20,000 miles, followed by another 14,000 miles leading up to the 2025 test. This steady usage suggests regular operation rather than long periods of standing, which explains the gradual oxidation of rubber components and metal pipework. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system prior to purchase. The recurring advisories for corrosion on rear brake hoses and the recent appearance of corroded front brake pipes suggest that the hydraulic lines are reaching the end of their functional life. You should verify if the grease mentioned in the 2025 report was merely a protective coating or an attempt to mask structural rust on the pipes. Given the age of the vehicle, check the chassis for any surface rust to ensure that the corrosion affecting the brake lines has not spread to the mounting points of the suspension.