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BJ12 FKN

2012 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,260 mi
Last recorded50,260 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 FKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 50,260 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 48,022 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 45,818 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 43,560 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 41,236 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 41,200 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 38,942 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 36,300 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 33,927 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 31,958 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 31,958 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 30,028 miles

all 4 tyres cracked/perished between treads

Pass 22 Mar 2016 26,105 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in tread

all tyres are cracking between treads

Pass 31 Mar 2015 19,378 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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BJ12 FKN is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Blue 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 BJ12 FKN, 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 BJ12 FKN registered?

BJ12 FKN is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is BJ12 FKN safe to buy?

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