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FV11 MZL

2011 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

57,674 mi
Last recorded57,674 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 MZL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 57,674 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 56,186 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 53,109 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 51,382 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment , handbrake still operates

Pass 29 Mar 2022 48,939 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 48,939 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 46,087 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 46,087 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 44,741 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 40,693 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 35,941 miles

Tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Fail 28 Mar 2018 35,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Pass 4 Apr 2017 30,069 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 24,197 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 17,734 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 13,378 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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FV11 MZL is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FV11 MZL, 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.

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What year was FV11 MZL registered?

FV11 MZL is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 16 April 2011.

Is FV11 MZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 MZL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV11 MZL have outstanding finance?

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