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FX11 VZR

2011 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

112,438 mi
Last recorded112,438 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX11 VZR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 112,438 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

rear half of chassis suspension and related component corroded

Fail 19 Mar 2026 112,438 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear half of chassis suspension and related component corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2025 107,351 miles

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

Outer sill covers fitted

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure & suspension related components corroded

Fail 3 Apr 2025 107,251 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Offside/Nearside front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Outer sill covers fitted

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure & suspension related components corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2024 101,193 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 101,182 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 94,954 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 94,893 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 80,635 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 43,422 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 70,777 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2020 67,117 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 62,556 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear fuel pipes corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexy to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 62,556 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear fuel pipes corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexy to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 54,913 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 26,365 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 44,412 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 41,105 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 38,712 miles

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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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FX11 VZR is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX11 VZR, 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 FX11 VZR registered?

FX11 VZR is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is FX11 VZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX11 VZR shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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