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AV62 FJK

2012 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

100,838 mi
Last recorded100,838 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 FJK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 100,838 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2024 100,835 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 75,635 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) detected under load ()

Nearside near side body panels damaged including rear by bumper, however not thought to cause injury

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rough on lock to lock check on turn plates (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front near side front wheel pointing outwards indicating alignment fault. THIS VEHICLE IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE IN THIS CONDITION

Fail 23 Jun 2023 75,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) detected under load ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge HEAVILY WORN due to alignment/damage DANGEROUS CONDITION (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside near side body panels damaged including rear by bumper, however not thought to cause injury

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rough on lock to lock check on turn plates (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front near side front wheel pointing outwards indicating alignment fault. THIS VEHICLE IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE IN THIS CONDITION

Pass 15 Jun 2022 65,687 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 63,669 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2021 63,669 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 59,720 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 56,466 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 56,466 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 52,466 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav unit ()

Fail 4 Oct 2018 52,466 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav unit ()

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 41,148 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 32,426 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 32,426 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 25,641 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 25,641 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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AV62 FJK is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV62 FJK, 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 AV62 FJK registered?

AV62 FJK is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AV62 FJK safe to buy?

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