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CY12 FVA

2012 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,726 mi
Last recorded105,726 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY12 FVA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Dec 2025 105,726 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened interface of discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under body suspension components corroded front to to rear

Pass 20 Dec 2024 103,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading into flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading into flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 20 Dec 2024 103,123 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading into flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading into flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 92,201 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading into rear flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 79,321 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flex pipe into rear brake assy (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear leading into flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded near fuel tank ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear leading into flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading into rear brake assy (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 67,628 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2021 67,628 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 56,650 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2020 56,650 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 43,533 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 36,236 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 25,950 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 18,161 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 12,719 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 12,714 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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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CY12 FVA is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 CY12 FVA, 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 CY12 FVA registered?

CY12 FVA is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is CY12 FVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY12 FVA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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