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LA05 KEW

2011 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,787 mi
Last recorded138,787 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 KEW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 138,787 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2025 133,408 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 126,044 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 118,658 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 110,374 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 99,382 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 86,245 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 76,356 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 66,329 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 58,634 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 49,644 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 41,471 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 30,014 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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LA05 KEW is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LA05 KEW, 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

How do I check the history of LA05 KEW?

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What year was LA05 KEW registered?

LA05 KEW is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 May 2011.

Is LA05 KEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA05 KEW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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