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DE17 DWV

2017 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,860 mi
Last recorded94,860 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Swift32,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE17 DWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 94,860 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm 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))

rear axle corroded

Fail 20 Mar 2026 94,828 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm 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))

rear axle corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2025 85,271 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 75,415 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST MET REQUIREMENTS - 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To and from flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To and from flexi hose and to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 75,415 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST MET REQUIREMENTS - 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To and from flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To and from flexi hose and to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 65,537 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 51,132 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 36,011 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2020 26,005 miles

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

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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DE17 DWV is a 2017 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 32,661 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 DE17 DWV, 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 9 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DE17 DWV registered?

DE17 DWV is a 2017 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 March 2017.

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