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AP12 GZG

2012 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

187,547 mi
Last recorded187,547 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 GZG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 187,547 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 173,527 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 May 2024 160,296 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Apr 2023 145,498 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 132,322 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 132,322 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 118,445 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 106,790 miles

both front wishbone rear bushes perished

Pass 30 Mar 2019 91,018 miles

front tyres low tread

Pass 31 Mar 2018 75,884 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 61,091 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 61,091 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 46,852 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 35,341 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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AP12 GZG is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AP12 GZG, 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.

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What year was AP12 GZG registered?

AP12 GZG is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 July 2012.

Is AP12 GZG safe to buy?

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