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YR12 LHM

2012 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,336 mi
Last recorded62,336 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 LHM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 62,336 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2026 62,336 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 53,438 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside rear to flexi hoses pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre outer edge of tread ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear deteriorating, cracks on edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

outer floor rails and chassis rear end corroding

Fail 18 Feb 2025 53,438 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside rear to flexi hoses pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre outer edge of tread ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear deteriorating, cracks on edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

outer floor rails and chassis rear end corroding

Pass 16 Feb 2024 47,195 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 44,603 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 40,769 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 37,848 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 35,899 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 32,404 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 28,455 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 24,259 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 19,584 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 14,475 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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YR12 LHM is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YR12 LHM, 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 YR12 LHM registered?

YR12 LHM is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is YR12 LHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 LHM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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