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DV62 SVT

2012 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,127 mi
Last recorded94,127 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV62 SVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Dec 2025 94,127 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 56% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 75% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2024 87,685 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 81,888 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 81,862 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 76,390 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 75,111 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 70,669 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 65,833 miles

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

key fob battery dead or faulty

Pass 19 Dec 2018 60,041 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 52,573 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

front brake discs worn

Pass 8 Dec 2016 32,456 miles

UNABLE TO SEE REAR BRAKE PAD CONDITION CLEARLY

Pass 16 Dec 2015 17,462 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 13,967 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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DV62 SVT is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 DV62 SVT, 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 DV62 SVT registered?

DV62 SVT is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is DV62 SVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV62 SVT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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