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YB12 VZK

2012 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,787 mi
Last recorded29,787 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 VZK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 29,787 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2025 29,787 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 27,497 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 25,985 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 24,606 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 23,010 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2021 23,010 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 21,288 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 18,742 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 16,018 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 13,426 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 68,736 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 8,348 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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YB12 VZK is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YB12 VZK, 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 YB12 VZK registered?

YB12 VZK is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is YB12 VZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 VZK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB12 VZK have outstanding finance?

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