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A20 FFE

2012 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,200 mi
Last recorded14,200 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 FFE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 14,200 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 13,430 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 12,977 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 12,323 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 11,279 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 10,603 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 10,144 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 8,210 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 7,192 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Mar 2016 5,926 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 5,926 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 4,599 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 4,599 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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A20 FFE is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 52,964 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A20 FFE, 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 14 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A20 FFE?

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What year was A20 FFE registered?

A20 FFE is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is A20 FFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 FFE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A20 FFE have outstanding finance?

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