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CV62 RVK

2012 Suzuki Swift

Green Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

139,515 mi
Last recorded139,515 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV62 RVK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 139,515 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 133,219 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine & under covers.

Fail 16 Oct 2023 133,219 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working offside front. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine & under covers.

Pass 2 Nov 2022 124,293 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Outer sill fitted trim not allowing full inspection

Pass 7 Oct 2021 119,713 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2021 119,713 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 108,073 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 103,617 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 17 Oct 2019 103,615 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.5 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 98,352 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 94,655 miles

engine management light on

traction control light on

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Nov 2017 94,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

engine management light on

traction control light on

Pass 4 Oct 2016 72,132 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 49,716 miles

near and offside front tyres wearing on inner edges

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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CV62 RVK is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CV62 RVK, 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 CV62 RVK registered?

CV62 RVK is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is CV62 RVK safe to buy?

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