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DF12 XKA

2012 Suzuki Swift

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,760 mi
Last recorded97,760 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 XKA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 97,760 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 92,628 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 24 Jan 2025 92,628 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 26 Jan 2024 88,185 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 88,185 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 83,235 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 83,235 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 79,475 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 77,439 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 70,579 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 60,216 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 47,661 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 38,242 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracks in tread

Rear wiper split

engine oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2015 25,406 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine oil leak

nearside rear tyre perished

rear wiper split

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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DF12 XKA is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DF12 XKA, 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 DF12 XKA registered?

DF12 XKA is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is DF12 XKA safe to buy?

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