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VE11 CKV

2011 Suzuki Swift

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,569 mi
Last recorded131,569 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE11 CKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 131,569 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 129,242 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 124,727 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 119,011 miles

Long handbrake travel

Fail 13 Oct 2023 118,733 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Long handbrake travel

Pass 13 Oct 2022 105,863 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 96,044 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 88,458 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 82,411 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 70,831 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 60,690 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 48,091 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 37,542 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 37,542 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 27,296 miles

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

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

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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VE11 CKV is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VE11 CKV, 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 VE11 CKV registered?

VE11 CKV is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 July 2011.

Is VE11 CKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE11 CKV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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