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GU61 XNV

2011 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,970 mi
Last recorded35,970 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 XNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 35,970 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked/perished in tread runs, 185/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked/perished in tread runs, 185/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 30,052 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread runs (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread runs (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside rear inner brake hose to forward union, corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread runs (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 5 Dec 2024 30,051 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Nearside rear inner brake hose ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Offside rear inner brake hose ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread runs (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread runs (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside rear inner brake hose to forward union, corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread runs (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 7 Dec 2023 29,138 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 28,316 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 26,887 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 26,887 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 25,757 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 23,941 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 22,732 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55 x 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 20,633 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 20,633 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 19,132 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 16,465 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 13,371 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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GU61 XNV is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GU61 XNV, 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 GU61 XNV registered?

GU61 XNV is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 17 December 2011.

Is GU61 XNV safe to buy?

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