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AO12 ERJ

2012 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,306 mi
Last recorded45,306 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 ERJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 45,306 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 41,619 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 38,148 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 36,438 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 36,438 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 34,639 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 33,724 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 31,272 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 30,265 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 30,265 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 28,609 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 26,538 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 22,818 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 18,949 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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AO12 ERJ 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 AO12 ERJ, 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 AO12 ERJ registered?

AO12 ERJ is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is AO12 ERJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 ERJ 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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