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MJ61 MYG

2011 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

141,031 mi
Last recorded141,031 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ61 MYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 141,031 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 139,494 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))

Fail 17 Dec 2024 139,494 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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 22 Nov 2023 135,708 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment handbrake reserve travel (1.1.18 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 121,973 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 106,641 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 92,250 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 92,250 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2019 76,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracks on inside . strong advice (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2019 76,784 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracks on inside . strong advice (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 62,983 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

clutch pedal rubber missing

Fail 7 Dec 2018 62,983 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 9 Dec 2017 48,137 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 7 Dec 2017 48,076 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Dec 2016 36,675 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear wiper rubber split

Pass 7 Dec 2015 25,001 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 10,870 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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MJ61 MYG is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MJ61 MYG, 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.

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What year was MJ61 MYG registered?

MJ61 MYG is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 December 2011.

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