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LP11 BGX

2011 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

185,812 mi
Last recorded185,812 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP11 BGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 185,812 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 173,705 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 173,705 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 162,608 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack ball joint. (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack ball joint. (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 150,429 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 150,429 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 138,710 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking between tread

Pass 2 Jun 2021 133,751 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 124,185 miles

front brake discs and pads worn

Pass 18 Jun 2019 113,240 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Jun 2018 103,364 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 97,754 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Jun 2016 86,314 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 69,793 miles

offside rear tyre perrishing

Pass 21 Jul 2014 62,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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LP11 BGX is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LP11 BGX, 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 LP11 BGX registered?

LP11 BGX is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 July 2011.

Is LP11 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP11 BGX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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