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DE61 VRG

2011 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,271 mi
Last recorded144,271 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE61 VRG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 144,271 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 137,457 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 137,457 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached both side (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 131,394 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 123,212 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2022 123,212 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 108,094 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very slight ()

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes before flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Both pipes ()

Pass 4 Nov 2020 94,916 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 80,666 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 65,974 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 49,369 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 49,369 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 32,203 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 15,596 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 12,522 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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DE61 VRG is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 55,912 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DE61 VRG, 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 15 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DE61 VRG registered?

DE61 VRG is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is DE61 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE61 VRG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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