2019 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · YN69 UOO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT history reveals a persistent trend of neglected maintenance regarding the braking system. While it passed its latest test on 12 June 2026 at 42,191 miles, it failed just one day prior due to a non-functional position lamp and a corroded offside rear brake pipe. This brake pipe issue has appeared as a defect in three consecutive years dating back to June 2024, indicating that previous owners have only performed reactive repairs to pass the test rather than addressing the underlying corrosion. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year over its seven-year lifespan. The record shows a steady accumulation of 3,465 miles between October 2023 and June 2024, followed by 3,895 miles in the following year, and 5,392 miles between June 2025 and June 2026. This low annual mileage suggests the car may have sat stationary for extended periods, which likely contributed to the rubber degradation noted on the rear tyres. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear braking assembly to ensure the corroded pipe was actually replaced rather than merely cleaned. The presence of grease or material covering the pipe in previous tests suggests an attempt to hide structural surface decay from the tester. Additionally, the recurring advisories and failures regarding tyre perishing and cracking on the rear in 2024 and 2025 indicate that the rubber is reaching the end of its life despite tread depth. Checking the suspension bushes and brake hoses for signs of dry rot is also advisable given the vehicle's age and history of intermittent use.