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DE62 VDR

2012 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,495 mi
Last recorded43,495 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE62 VDR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 43,495 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 40,086 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 40,086 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 34,635 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 29,182 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 28,269 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 23,003 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 18,228 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 12,451 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres x 4 slightly perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 8,427 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 5,885 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 4,804 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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DE62 VDR is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 DE62 VDR, 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 DE62 VDR registered?

DE62 VDR is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is DE62 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE62 VDR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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