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LX61 VUW

2011 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,689 mi
Last recorded59,689 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX61 VUW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 59,689 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox slightly oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 57,685 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 57,685 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 52,252 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 46,857 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 43,249 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 41,130 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 41,129 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55 r16v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55 r16v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 38,876 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 35,801 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 32,523 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 29,398 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 26,062 miles

Rear tyres cracking on tread.

Pass 29 Sep 2014 23,104 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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LX61 VUW is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LX61 VUW, 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 LX61 VUW?

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What year was LX61 VUW registered?

LX61 VUW is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 September 2011.

Is LX61 VUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX61 VUW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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