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A17 EBW

2015 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,793 mi
Last recorded44,793 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2015 Suzuki Swift40,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 EBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 44,793 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 39,348 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 39,300 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 39,300 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 39,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn very close to legal limit at time of test. (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS (tyre pressure) warning lamp lit.

Fail 26 Sep 2024 39,189 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn very close to legal limit at time of test. (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS (tyre pressure) warning lamp lit.

Pass 29 Sep 2023 30,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 17,968 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 16,463 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 16,463 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 14,432 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 12,411 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 10,228 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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A17 EBW is a 2015 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2015 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 40,601 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 EBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 11 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A17 EBW registered?

A17 EBW is a 2015 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 September 2015.

Is A17 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 EBW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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