2011 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · YP11 XNJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent failure to address steering components. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 132,882 miles passed, the tester identified nearside play in the steering rack inner joints. This specific fault is a recurring issue, appearing in May 2023 at 106,762 miles and again in 2024, indicating that this component has remained neglected despite multiple inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. There was a significant interval of 7,621 miles between the June 2024 failure and the June 2025 test, followed by another 7,423 miles leading to the February 2026 test. This steady accumulation suggests regular use, though the 2024 failure showed all four tyres were at the 3mm limit with uneven edge wear, pointing toward a lack of proactive alignment or suspension checks during that period. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering assembly. The 2024 failure highlighted an excessively worn offside lower suspension arm ball joint and a nearside anti-roll bar linkage, both of which were supposedly rectified. The continued play in the steering rack inner joints remains a primary concern that affects handling precision and safety. Furthermore, the evidence of front accident repair noted in February 2026 warrants a close look at the structural integrity to ensure no hidden corrosion or poor welding exists beneath the bodywork.