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AV12 TNJ

2012 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,181 mi
Last recorded64,181 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 TNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 64,181 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 56,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge 185 /55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 47,826 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 47,826 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 39,457 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 36,447 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 36,447 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 33,684 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 27,586 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Valve stem slightly damaged All starting to crack near base (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 19,142 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 18,143 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 15,813 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 May 2016 13,648 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 11,627 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 TNJ is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Black 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 AV12 TNJ, 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 TNJ registered?

AV12 TNJ is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is AV12 TNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 TNJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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