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LV61 JFX

2011 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,618 mi
Last recorded33,618 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV61 JFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 33,618 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 33,618 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 33,481 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 33,481 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 33,179 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2023 33,179 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 32,916 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2022 32,914 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 39,099 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

strip clean rear pads

Pass 5 Dec 2020 31,272 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 31,270 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 30,352 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 28,515 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 25,378 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 25,378 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 22,273 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 22,273 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 18,372 miles

Nearside Rear Perishing withing the tread

Offside Front Perishing withing the tread

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Nov 2015 18,372 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Item removed from drivers view before test

Nearside Rear Perishing withing the tread

Offside Front Perishing withing the tread

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 13,994 miles

Both front tyres perishing slightly in tred

N/S/R tyre perishing slightly in tred

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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LV61 JFX is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LV61 JFX, 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 LV61 JFX?

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What year was LV61 JFX registered?

LV61 JFX is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 November 2011.

Is LV61 JFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV61 JFX shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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