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PY61 FHK

2011 Suzuki Swift

Orange Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,337 mi
Last recorded53,337 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY61 FHK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 53,337 miles

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

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 51,774 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front offside most worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 50,403 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 49,095 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes are coverd in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 47,139 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 47,139 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 39,805 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 35,466 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 32,566 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 30,670 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 29,202 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 27,465 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 22,477 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 22 Dec 2014 22,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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PY61 FHK is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Orange 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 PY61 FHK, 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 PY61 FHK registered?

PY61 FHK is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 December 2011.

Is PY61 FHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY61 FHK 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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