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WM12 DVX

2012 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

104,752 mi
Last recorded104,752 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM12 DVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 104,752 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 104,749 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2024 100,917 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Handbrake lever has minimal reserve travel

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 100,917 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Handbrake lever has minimal reserve travel

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 95,590 miles

Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Front Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2023 95,590 miles

Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Front Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 87,230 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 75,852 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 68,402 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 57,783 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 46,565 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 46,559 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 38,174 miles

steering not straight ?

Fail 4 Aug 2017 38,126 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage taped up (6.1.C.1)

steering not straight ?

Pass 8 Aug 2016 28,766 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 28,761 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 18,907 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 18,907 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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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WM12 DVX is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 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 WM12 DVX, 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.

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What year was WM12 DVX registered?

WM12 DVX is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 16 August 2012.

Is WM12 DVX safe to buy?

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