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SY61 NZS

2011 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,996 mi
Last recorded142,996 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY61 NZS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 142,996 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 on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 123,799 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 123,798 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 101,577 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly releases fine, slightly long travel for lockouts (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 79,323 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 72,804 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 69,341 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 64,927 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2019 64,927 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 57,958 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 44,488 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 36,322 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Sep 2015 27,952 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 27,952 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 20,262 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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SY61 NZS is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SY61 NZS, 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 SY61 NZS registered?

SY61 NZS is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is SY61 NZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY61 NZS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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