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AV10 SXE

2010 Suzuki Swift

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

74,803 mi
Last recorded74,803 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Suzuki Swift56,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV10 SXE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 74,803 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2024 73,347 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 71,620 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 66,422 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 66,420 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 59,080 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 53,259 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 53,257 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 50,639 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 47,997 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 47,995 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 43,057 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 41,068 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 35,539 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 30,471 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 24,853 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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AV10 SXE is a 2010 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 56,761 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 AV10 SXE, 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 16 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV10 SXE registered?

AV10 SXE is a 2010 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 April 2010.

Is AV10 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV10 SXE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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