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YF61 SVR

2012 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,309 mi
Last recorded56,309 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 SVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 56,309 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2025 56,309 miles

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 55,928 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 55,392 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 54,925 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2022 54,925 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 54,413 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 53,099 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 48,062 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 44,128 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

both front tyres cracking

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 13 Sep 2017 42,255 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 40,850 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 39,306 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 39,306 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 31,865 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 29,706 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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YF61 SVR is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YF61 SVR, 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 YF61 SVR?

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What year was YF61 SVR registered?

YF61 SVR is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 January 2012.

Is YF61 SVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF61 SVR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YF61 SVR have outstanding finance?

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