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DV62 JKU

2012 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,850 mi
Last recorded89,850 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV62 JKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 89,850 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 87,525 miles

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

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

front springs corroded-o/s/r parking brake passed on limit-n/s/f top mount slightly worn-o/s/r indicator slightly discoloured

Pass 7 Dec 2021 85,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 85,564 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 3 Sep 2020 85,472 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim all 4 (5.2.3 (k))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting modified so the suspension is inoperative top bearings (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2019 82,659 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 73,111 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil all 4 (2.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate airbag system removed at time of test (5.4.2)

advised customer about exhaust note front exhaust bolt missing

Pass 27 Mar 2017 55,156 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 27,737 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 22,850 miles

Front OIL LEAK GEAR BOX

Front SLIGHT LIP ON FRONT DISC

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5MM (3.5.1g)

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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DV62 JKU is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 52,964 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DV62 JKU, 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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DV62 JKU is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 September 2012.

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