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VK11 XOT

2011 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

118,781 mi
Last recorded118,781 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK11 XOT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 118,781 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 116,628 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 114,772 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 114,127 miles

Exhaust centre section modified from standard fitment

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Oct 2023 114,127 miles

Exhaust centre section modified from standard fitment

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 112,999 miles

Exhaust centre section modified from standard fitment

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 112,117 miles

Exhaust centre section modified from standard

Pass 7 Sep 2020 109,301 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Aug 2019 108,040 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 99,292 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 99,292 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 92,765 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 92,765 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 78,748 miles

CHILD SEAT FITTED TO REAR ADULT BELT

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Mar 2016 78,748 miles

CHILD SEAT FITTED TO REAR ADULT BELT

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 66,714 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 50,254 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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VK11 XOT is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VK11 XOT, 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 VK11 XOT registered?

VK11 XOT is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 2011.

Is VK11 XOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK11 XOT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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