2020 Suzuki Swift SZ-T Dualjet Shvs 1.2L Hybrid electric (clean) · WX20 WLD

The vehicle currently holds a passed MOT status as of the 3 June 2026 test, but the maintenance trend shows a recurring issue with tyre degradation. While the vehicle passed its most recent inspection at 26,558 miles, the tester flagged perished inner tyres on both the offside front and rear. This pattern of sidewall cracking or perishing has appeared in every test since June 2024, indicating a consistent failure to address rubber age or storage-related deterioration. The mileage history reflects very low annual usage, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year over the six-year period. The 2023 test at 20,828 miles showed a clean record with no defects. However, a significant discrepancy appears in the 2024 record, which lists 36,862 miles, suggesting either a clerical error in the DVSA database or an undocumented period of high-intensity driving that contradicts the current 26,558 mileage reading. Assuming the current low mileage is accurate, the vehicle likely spends long periods stationary. The recurring advisories for perished tyres suggest that the rubber is aging faster than the tread is wearing down. This is a common symptom of low-mileage vehicles that sit idle for extended periods, causing the sidewalls to lose elasticity and crack. A buyer should inspect the full set of tyres for similar age-related cracking, even if the tread depth appears sufficient. Beyond the tyres, the lack of recorded issues with brakes, suspension, or exhaust emissions suggests the mechanical components remain in a stable condition. Given the low usage, you should specifically check for seized brake calipers or flat spots on the tyres caused by inactivity. Confirm the odometer reading against service history to resolve the mileage inconsistency noted between the 2024 and 2025 tests.