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FFZ 8740

2011 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,676 mi
Last recorded112,676 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFZ 8740
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 112,676 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 107,904 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 102,161 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 95,808 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil level on minimum

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front, rear and rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 May 2019 95,808 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil level on minimum

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front, rear and rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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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FFZ 8740 is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FFZ 8740, 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 FFZ 8740 registered?

FFZ 8740 is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 April 2011.

Is FFZ 8740 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFZ 8740 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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