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AY12 YJH

2012 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

120,362 mi
Last recorded120,362 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY12 YJH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 120,362 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 120,362 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 116,616 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 116,616 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade insecure (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 110,928 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2020 110,928 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 96,748 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 84,489 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 84,489 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 68,867 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 51,843 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 51,843 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 34,531 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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AY12 YJH is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 AY12 YJH, 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 AY12 YJH registered?

AY12 YJH is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 3 March 2012.

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The MOT history for AY12 YJH shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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