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Suzuki Swift

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

LP61 EXLMOT history

LP61 EXL is a white petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 3 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 102,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

LP61 EXL white Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
102,589 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 EXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 EXL was last recorded at 102,589 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,534 miles · 25 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
7,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,589 miles
  • 2025 – 99,309 miles
  • 2024 – 96,261 miles
  • 2023 – 93,193 miles
  • 2022 – 89,408 miles
  • 2021 – 86,257 miles
  • 2020 – 83,513 miles
  • 2019 – 72,583 miles
  • 2018 – 65,366 miles
  • 2017 – 36,172 miles
  • 2016 – 20,235 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,589 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush has small split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,589 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    102,589 miles
    Test number
    195143164208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail102,534 miles (+3,225)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,534 miles
    Test number
    799114816590
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass99,309 miles (+3,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    99,309 miles
    Test number
    673678707858
    • 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))
  4. Pass96,261 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    96,261 miles
    Test number
    632832232070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail96,207 miles (+3,014)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,207 miles
    Test number
    996624548748
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass93,193 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    93,193 miles
    Test number
    233749522443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,191 miles (+209)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,191 miles
    Test number
    278965407493
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x1 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail92,982 miles (+3,574)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,982 miles
    Test number
    874661267717
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass89,408 miles (+94)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    89,408 miles
    Test number
    339440300444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush has small split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail89,314 miles (+3,057)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,314 miles
    Test number
    276349517099
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits after twice trying emissions test still failed (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits after twice trying emissions test still failed as to high (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords very deep cut middle of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim rim is damaged and Tyre is bulging out. (5.2.3 (k))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush has small split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass86,257 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    86,257 miles
    Test number
    350850630002
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level only half working. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail86,257 miles (+2,744)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,257 miles
    Test number
    503471583583
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level only half working. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass83,513 miles (+10,930)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    83,513 miles
    Test number
    129257153078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,583 miles (+7,217)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,583 miles
    Test number
    653943270434
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST MODIFIED BUT ADEQUATELY SUPPORTED
  15. Pass65,366 miles (+29,194)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,366 miles
    Test number
    282748528439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,172 miles (+15,937)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    36,172 miles
    Test number
    933137584089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    20,235 miles
    Test number
    857942724053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP61 EXL

Does LP61 EXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 EXL is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 EXL?
The MOT on LP61 EXL is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 EXL done?
LP61 EXL was recorded at 102,589 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 7,943 miles a year.
Has LP61 EXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 EXL has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LP61 EXL 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 LP61 EXL find?
LP61 EXL passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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