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AO12 MTE

2012 Suzuki Swift

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

78,522 mi
Last recorded78,522 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Swift52,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 MTE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 78,522 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 74,104 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 74,038 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 68,464 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 68,464 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 62,954 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 56,735 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 54,586 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 47,455 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 42,299 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 36,884 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 31,514 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 27,371 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 MTE is a 2012 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MTE, 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 MTE registered?

AO12 MTE is a 2012 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is AO12 MTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 MTE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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