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PE61 VGZ

2011 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,018 mi
Last recorded99,018 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE61 VGZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 99,018 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive FILTER (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2023 99,018 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive FILTER (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 80,874 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 80,874 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 68,112 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 57,351 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 51,600 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges 185/55r15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 40,519 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nsr tyre badly cracking

Fail 20 Aug 2014 40,206 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nsr tyre badly cracking

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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PE61 VGZ is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PE61 VGZ, 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 PE61 VGZ registered?

PE61 VGZ is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is PE61 VGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE61 VGZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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