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LT11 GKU

2011 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,028 mi
Last recorded117,028 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT11 GKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 117,028 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 106,134 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 106,134 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm at inner edge. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 93,483 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 93,483 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 80,667 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 70,586 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 64,656 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 60,077 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55V15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 56,173 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2018 56,167 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2017 48,783 miles

pertial trims fitted to outersills

rear tyres perished across tread face

Pass 22 Aug 2016 31,356 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 22,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 13,108 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 23 Jun 2014 13,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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LT11 GKU 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 75%.

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 LT11 GKU, 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 LT11 GKU registered?

LT11 GKU is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 June 2011.

Is LT11 GKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT11 GKU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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