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AY62 ZKE

2012 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

121,647 mi
Last recorded121,647 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY62 ZKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 121,647 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2026 121,647 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 117,327 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2025 117,327 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 111,299 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 111,299 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 105,159 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 105,159 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 99,155 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 96,235 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 90,197 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 82,631 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 75,950 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 64,586 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 35,588 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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AY62 ZKE is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AY62 ZKE, 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 AY62 ZKE registered?

AY62 ZKE is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is AY62 ZKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY62 ZKE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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