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CV12 KBU

2012 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,967 mi
Last recorded105,967 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 KBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 105,967 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

under vehicle corrosion

Pass 9 Sep 2024 84,602 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 79,041 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Rear Parking brake readings req service

Pass 9 Sep 2022 77,182 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 75,124 miles

Surface corrosion rear axle

Pass 16 Sep 2020 73,370 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 73,370 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 60,404 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 60,404 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 52,079 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 46,402 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 46,402 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 39,602 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 32,707 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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CV12 KBU is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CV12 KBU, 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 CV12 KBU registered?

CV12 KBU is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is CV12 KBU safe to buy?

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