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PN11 SBV

2011 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

18,737 mi
Last recorded18,737 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN11 SBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 18,737 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))

Fail 28 Nov 2025 18,737 miles

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

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))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 14,269 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 9,373 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 9,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 8,898 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 8,438 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 8,396 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 8,271 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 7,771 miles

Nearside Front tyre side wall perished

Nearside Rear tyre side wall cracked

Offside Front tyre side wall cracked

Pass 15 Mar 2018 7,564 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 7,365 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 7,101 miles

front no plate broken

Fail 17 Mar 2016 7,101 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front no plate broken

Pass 17 Mar 2015 6,745 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 6,149 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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PN11 SBV is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PN11 SBV, 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 PN11 SBV registered?

PN11 SBV is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 March 2011.

Is PN11 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN11 SBV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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