2008 Suzuki Swift 1.3L Petrol · VK08 MXT

The vehicle presents in a roadworthy state with a highly stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test on 27 August 2025 at 100,098 miles passed with no defects recorded. This followed a curious failure exactly one day prior at 100,097 miles where no defects were officially listed, suggesting either an administrative error or a minor issue that was rectified immediately before the re-test. Since 2022, the car has maintained a clean record without failures, indicating a consistent level of mechanical upkeep. The mileage profile is notably low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows a period of reduced use between July 2022 and July 2023, where only 609 miles were covered. A more significant jump occurred between July 2024 and August 2025, where the car covered nearly 8,000 miles in just thirteen months. While the low annual mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of inactivity can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and the corrosion of brake surfaces. Given the clean MOT history, a physical inspection should focus on age-related deterioration rather than high-mileage wear. Buyers should check for perished suspension bushes and cracks in the sidewalls, which are common on low-mileage cars that sit stationary. Structural integrity around the chassis must be examined for surface rust, as older Suzuki Swifts are susceptible to corrosion over. Testing the brake discs for pitting or seized calipers will also ensure that the low usage has not resulted in braking system seizing.