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VU61 ZTY

2011 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,849 mi
Last recorded112,849 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 ZTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 112,849 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated damaged (3.1 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all - by the joints with the hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lamps lens broken - temporary repaired (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2024 112,849 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated damaged (3.1 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all - by the joints with the hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lamps lens broken - temporary repaired (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury lamps lens broken (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 110,265 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all - by the joints (1.1.11 (c))

bonnet damaged, still closing securely

Pass 11 Feb 2022 102,487 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 92,810 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 84,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 70,872 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2017 60,044 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 55,778 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Oct 2016 55,778 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 46,983 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 38,534 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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VU61 ZTY is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VU61 ZTY, 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 VU61 ZTY registered?

VU61 ZTY is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 September 2011.

Is VU61 ZTY safe to buy?

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