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YA12 TSU

2012 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,100 mi
Last recorded79,100 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA12 TSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 79,100 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 79,100 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust system insecure back box detached (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front drop link dust covers split (lower) (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 77,061 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 77,061 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 73,982 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 68,081 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 52,890 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 63,177 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 18 Jul 2018 59,864 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 55,580 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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)

Sign fitted to front bumper

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Jul 2016 47,782 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 47,782 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2015 39,733 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2015 39,733 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YA12 TSU is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YA12 TSU, 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 YA12 TSU registered?

YA12 TSU is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 4 August 2012.

Is YA12 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA12 TSU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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