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AV12 GZT

2012 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,231 mi
Last recorded15,231 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 GZT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 15,231 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 13,266 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 12,799 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 10,763 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 10,363 miles

Offside Front drop link upper dust cover starting to perish.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four Tyres Starting To Perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 9,632 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres showing age related deterioration. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 9,061 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 8,198 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 7,130 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 7,130 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade split (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 6,187 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 5,138 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 3,803 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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AV12 GZT is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AV12 GZT, 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

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What year was AV12 GZT registered?

AV12 GZT is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AV12 GZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 GZT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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