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SV61 VJA

2011 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,323 mi
Last recorded49,323 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV61 VJA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 49,323 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 46,055 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 42,182 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 39,673 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 36,544 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 34,981 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 33,284 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 30,139 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2018 30,139 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 26,452 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 22,543 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 18,509 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 14,347 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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SV61 VJA is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SV61 VJA, 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 SV61 VJA registered?

SV61 VJA is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is SV61 VJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV61 VJA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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