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CV12 YMA

2012 Suzuki Swift

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

122,924 mi
Last recorded122,924 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 YMA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 122,924 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 122,924 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 May 2023 113,034 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 104,866 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2020 96,808 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 96,804 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 87,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Sep 2019 87,148 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 73,089 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 60,332 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 May 2016 46,564 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 35,890 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 35,890 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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 YMA is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YMA, 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 YMA registered?

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

Is CV12 YMA safe to buy?

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