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Suzuki Swift

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,490 cc

LB09 OTRMOT history

LB09 OTR is a red petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 29 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2025 and it has passed 13 of 26 MOT tests, with 196,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Apr 2025
Mileage
196,776 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
13 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 OTR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,490 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 OTR was last recorded at 196,776 miles on 27 Mar 2024, 283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,493 miles · 18 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
283 miles
Average per year
9,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 196,776 miles
  • 2023 – 187,308 miles
  • 2022 – 179,496 miles
  • 2021 – 176,475 miles
  • 2020 – 173,995 miles
  • 2019 – 165,350 miles
  • 2018 – 158,900 miles
  • 2017 – 150,344 miles
  • 2016 – 139,950 miles
  • 2015 – 129,838 miles
  • 2014 – 113,086 miles
  • 2013 – 103,578 miles
  • 2012 – 90,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,776 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deterioratingRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • POWER STEERING POOR

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,776 miles (+283)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    196,776 miles
    Test number
    524223043010
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorating
  2. Fail196,493 miles (+9,185)1 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,493 miles
    Test number
    805380562542
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding and bearing not fully tested (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure both brackets broken off (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorating
  3. Pass187,308 miles (+156)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    187,308 miles
    Test number
    430108160467
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel becoming long
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorating
  4. Fail187,152 miles (+7,656)4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,152 miles
    Test number
    322023257927
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread and close to cords on inner tread area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel becoming long
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorating
  5. Pass179,496 miles (+24)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    179,496 miles
    Test number
    113719977151
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead lamps deteriorated
  6. Fail179,472 miles (+2,997)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,472 miles
    Test number
    853463833762
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead lamps deteriorated
  7. Pass176,475 miles (+62)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    176,475 miles
    Test number
    708435576924
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet secondary catch stiff
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorating
  8. Fail176,413 miles (+2,418)3 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,413 miles
    Test number
    583295044040
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet secondary catch stiff
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorating
  9. Pass173,995 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    173,995 miles
    Test number
    588317784562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail173,977 miles (+8,627)2 dangerous8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,977 miles
    Test number
    670263884695
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside track road dust cover starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside track rod dust cover starting to crack
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper is protruding incorrect fitment
  11. Pass165,350 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    165,350 miles
    Test number
    635384583315
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  12. Fail165,345 miles (+6,445)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,345 miles
    Test number
    643695522419
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  13. Pass158,900 miles (+114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    158,900 miles
    Test number
    266124129014
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f top strut mount
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/f top strut mount
  14. Fail158,786 miles (+8,442)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,786 miles
    Test number
    168046167557
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f top strut mount
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/f top strut mount
  15. Pass150,344 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    150,344 miles
    Test number
    410361824991
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear SEAT BELT BUCKLE POOR
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt SWIVEL (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPOWER STEERING POOR
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Fail150,339 miles (+10,389)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,339 miles
    Test number
    744016641825
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear SEAT BELT BUCKLE POOR
    • AdvisoryOffside Front BRAKE BINDING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt SWIVEL (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPOWER STEERING POOR
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass139,950 miles (+164)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    139,950 miles
    Test number
    121094904938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt SWIVEL (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPOWER STEERING POOR
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  18. Fail139,786 miles (+9,948)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,786 miles
    Test number
    732193628146
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R BRAKE BINDING
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt SWIVEL (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPOWER STEERING POOR
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  19. Pass129,838 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    129,838 miles
    Test number
    285106485061
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Fail129,837 miles (+16,751)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,837 miles
    Test number
    418276785008
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Pass113,086 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    113,086 miles
    Test number
    866165784036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Fail113,081 miles (+9,503)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,081 miles
    Test number
    265225584076
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass103,578 miles (+32)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    103,578 miles
    Test number
    596587583006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low on edges (not part of tread) and perished and cracking on sidewalls
    • NoteSlight knock from steering
  24. Fail103,546 miles (+13,188)2 failures1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,546 miles
    Test number
    545385783082
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low on edges (not part of tread) and perished and cracking on sidewalls
    • NoteSlight knock from steering
  25. Pass90,358 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    90,358 miles
    Test number
    267912502208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Fail90,358 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,358 miles
    Test number
    986152602218
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB09 OTR

Does LB09 OTR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 OTR expired on 6 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 OTR?
The MOT on LB09 OTR expired on 6 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 OTR done?
LB09 OTR was recorded at 196,776 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2024, an average of 9,107 miles a year.
Has LB09 OTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 OTR has failed 13 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB09 OTR 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 LB09 OTR find?
LB09 OTR passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear nail in tyre; headlamp lenses deteriorating.

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