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DN61 VGY

2011 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,620 mi
Last recorded20,620 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN61 VGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 20,620 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 25 Jul 2025 20,071 miles

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

both rear shockers and rear axle corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2024 19,511 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 19,511 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 18,708 miles

chip in windscreen

Pass 25 Jul 2022 17,634 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 16,553 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 15,719 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 15,719 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 14,523 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 13,384 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 11,895 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Jul 2016 10,474 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 9,423 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 8,721 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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DN61 VGY is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DN61 VGY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DN61 VGY registered?

DN61 VGY is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is DN61 VGY safe to buy?

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