2017 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · WG66 GGE

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a failure in June 2026, suggesting a recent period of mechanical instability regarding the front end. While the car maintained a clean record from 2022 through 2025, the June 2026 test at 64,635 miles identified significant deterioration in the suspension components. Specifically, the tester flagged a failed offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover and a severely deteriorated nearside front version. This failure indicates that the rubber components protecting the joints have perished, which can lead to premature wear of the ball joints themselves if not addressed immediately. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical low-to-mid-range usage pattern for a nine-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 7,182 miles per year, moving from 15,154 miles in January 2020 to 64,634 miles in June 2026. This steady progression suggests regular use rather than long periods of inactivity, which is generally positive for maintaining seal integrity and preventing brake seizure. The data shows a reliable annual testing interval, with the most recent test occurring only two months prior to the current date. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly to ensure the ball joint dust covers have been replaced with high-quality components and that the joints themselves show no signs of play or knocking. Although the previous years showed no major defects, the sudden appearance of perished rubber suggests the vehicle may be entering a phase where age-related degradation of consumables becomes more frequent. I recommend checking the condition of all other suspension bushes and steering linkages to ensure the recent failure is an isolated incident rather than a symptom of wider rubber component fatigue across the chassis.