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WV12 APX

2012 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,687 mi
Last recorded78,687 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 APX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 78,687 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2026 78,258 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2026 78,258 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut tred/worn (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall spliting (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively change soon (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre on wear bars/worn ()

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively change soon (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 69,059 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2024 59,519 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 50,892 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 13 Feb 2023 50,891 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Feb 2022 44,815 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 38,561 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 33,393 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 28,238 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 24,844 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 22,301 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 18,683 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 13,486 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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WV12 APX is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WV12 APX, 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

How do I check the history of WV12 APX?

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What year was WV12 APX registered?

WV12 APX is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is WV12 APX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 APX 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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