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WJ62 PLX

2012 Suzuki Swift

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,602 mi
Last recorded57,602 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ62 PLX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2024 57,602 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 55,025 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 47,095 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Slight whitelight flashing, with amber. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 44,800 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 39,084 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 37,209 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 34,806 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 34,806 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 32,364 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 26,866 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 25,264 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 16,650 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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WJ62 PLX is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 52,964 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 WJ62 PLX, 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 14 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 WJ62 PLX registered?

WJ62 PLX is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is WJ62 PLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ62 PLX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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