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Suzuki Swift

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,586 cc

F5 MLEMOT history

F5 MLE is a black petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 4 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 113,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

F5 MLE black Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
113,773 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 MLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,586 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 MLE was last recorded at 113,773 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 6,486 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,287 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,486 miles
Average per year
7,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,773 miles
  • 2025 – 107,287 miles
  • 2024 – 96,118 miles
  • 2023 – 86,772 miles
  • 2022 – 82,451 miles
  • 2021 – 78,954 miles
  • 2020 – 73,159 miles
  • 2019 – 62,102 miles
  • 2018 – 51,547 miles
  • 2017 – 43,449 miles
  • 2016 – 34,283 miles
  • 2015 – 25,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,773 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam bush casing slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 19 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,773 miles (+6,486)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    113,773 miles
    Test number
    545738780788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam bush casing slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass107,287 miles (+357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    107,287 miles
    Test number
    951705557486
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail106,930 miles (+10,812)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,930 miles
    Test number
    162525618055
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass96,118 miles (+347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,118 miles
    Test number
    935268910654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working

  5. Fail95,771 miles (+8,999)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,771 miles
    Test number
    314236296053
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front FOG LAMP NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass86,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    86,772 miles
    Test number
    275445958694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,772 miles (+4,321)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,772 miles
    Test number
    561479865937
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass82,451 miles (+3,497)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    82,451 miles
    Test number
    227919090540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,954 miles (+5,795)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2022
    Odometer
    78,954 miles
    Test number
    966074570413
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass73,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    73,159 miles
    Test number
    248607165560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,159 miles (+11,057)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,159 miles
    Test number
    612174647033
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass62,102 miles (+10,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,102 miles
    Test number
    117471306781
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass51,547 miles (+8,098)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    51,547 miles
    Test number
    858173219194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass43,449 miles (+9,166)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    43,449 miles
    Test number
    572537225147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,283 miles (+9,168)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,283 miles
    Test number
    765102416073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    25,115 miles
    Test number
    218689735469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F5 MLE

Does F5 MLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 MLE is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 MLE?
The MOT on F5 MLE is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 MLE done?
F5 MLE was recorded at 113,773 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 7,875 miles a year.
Has F5 MLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 MLE has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2025.
Has the mileage on F5 MLE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on F5 MLE find?
F5 MLE passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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