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AV17 VBX

2017 Suzuki Swift

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

96,719 mi
Last recorded96,719 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Swift32,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV17 VBX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 96,719 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 91,031 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 87,379 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 87,379 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 76,139 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 61,194 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 61,192 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 53,857 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jul 2020 53,857 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020

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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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AV17 VBX is a 2017 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 998cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 32,661 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV17 VBX, 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 9 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV17 VBX?

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What year was AV17 VBX registered?

AV17 VBX is a 2017 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 June 2017.

Is AV17 VBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV17 VBX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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