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Suzuki Swift

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,490 cc

LB09 SZKMOT history

LB09 SZK is a black petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 13 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 45,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
45,502 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 SZK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,490 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 SZK was last recorded at 45,502 miles on 1 Sept 2024, 2,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,161 miles · 25 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
2,341 miles
Average per year
2,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 45,502 miles
  • 2023 – 43,161 miles
  • 2021 – 39,229 miles
  • 2015 – 20,536 miles
  • 2014 – 18,178 miles
  • 2013 – 16,443 miles
  • 2012 – 12,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering rack bushes deteriorated slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lip.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    711720666448
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    611743991937
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. FailMileage not read1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    916369231493
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass45,502 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    45,502 miles
    Test number
    115031672839
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail45,502 miles (+2,341)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,502 miles
    Test number
    855221180361
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass43,161 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    43,161 miles
    Test number
    937272515582
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack bushes deteriorated slight play

  7. FailMileage not read2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    443635856563
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack bushes deteriorated slight play

  8. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    630578089549
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack bushes deteriorated

  9. FailMileage not read1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    659525905240
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack bushes deteriorated

  10. Pass39,229 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    39,229 miles
    Test number
    501249336412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lip. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Crackign. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack/box noisy when in operation.

  11. Fail39,224 miles4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,224 miles
    Test number
    191789922044
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Top mount. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lip. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Crackign. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack/box noisy when in operation.

  12. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    308110345470
    • AdvisoryFront Creaking noise lock to lock
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight damage (0.1 (b))

  13. FailMileage not read2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    339881634339
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Creaking noise lock to lock
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight damage (0.1 (b))

  14. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    404391971592
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

  15. FailMileage not read2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    524890316507
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

  16. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    488975141074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    798978901525
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    225284547474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    669612672830
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    444465810370
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass20,536 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    20,536 miles
    Test number
    626392805212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,178 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    18,178 miles
    Test number
    309753624407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,443 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    16,443 miles
    Test number
    428470763218
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail16,443 miles (+3,742)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,443 miles
    Test number
    666532053220
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass12,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    12,701 miles
    Test number
    385518052469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 SZK

Does LB09 SZK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 SZK is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 SZK?
The MOT on LB09 SZK is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 SZK done?
LB09 SZK was recorded at 45,502 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2024, an average of 2,742 miles a year.
Has LB09 SZK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 SZK has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB09 SZK 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 SZK find?
LB09 SZK passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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