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YX12 OTY

2012 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,838 mi
Last recorded87,838 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX12 OTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 87,838 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint to silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 81,706 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 15 Oct 2024 81,706 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) tie rod end (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 77,301 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low/bald on edges 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

noise on front suspension

Pass 4 Nov 2022 72,158 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Nov 2021 65,262 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 60,062 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 50,774 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 41,705 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 41,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 36,385 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 29,970 miles

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 7 Oct 2015 24,298 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 20,998 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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YX12 OTY is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Blue 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 YX12 OTY, 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 YX12 OTY registered?

YX12 OTY is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is YX12 OTY safe to buy?

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