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AO12 KZB

2012 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,152 mi
Last recorded48,152 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 48,152 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 47,556 miles

Rear exhaust flange corroded

Small leak from N/S/F inner CV boot

Pass 3 Feb 2024 46,668 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 44,925 miles

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

very minor perishing to both front wishbone rear bushes

Pass 2 Mar 2022 43,032 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 2 Mar 2021 41,262 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 39,133 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 36,854 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 34,268 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 30,142 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 25,158 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 19,597 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 19,591 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 KZB is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AO12 KZB, 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 KZB registered?

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

Is AO12 KZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 KZB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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