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Suzuki Swift

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

LS12 KMVMOT history

LS12 KMV is a black petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 20 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 91,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LS12 KMV black Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
91,539 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,780 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 KMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 KMV was last recorded at 91,539 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 5,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,302 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,237 miles
Average per year
5,780 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,539 miles
  • 2025 – 86,302 miles
  • 2024 – 78,502 miles
  • 2023 – 70,569 miles
  • 2022 – 64,187 miles
  • 2021 – 57,920 miles
  • 2020 – 53,655 miles
  • 2019 – 48,248 miles
  • 2017 – 47,804 miles
  • 2016 – 36,225 miles
  • 2015 – 25,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,539 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Outer sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,539 miles (+5,237)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    91,539 miles
    Test number
    783520958421
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Pass86,302 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    86,302 miles
    Test number
    288911170623
    • AdvisoryCooling fan in poor condition and insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail86,302 miles (+7,800)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,302 miles
    Test number
    472414988652
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCooling fan in poor condition and insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass78,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,502 miles
    Test number
    600820224251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail78,502 miles (+7,933)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,502 miles
    Test number
    270769764019
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass70,569 miles (+6,382)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,569 miles
    Test number
    971301088647
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass64,187 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,187 miles
    Test number
    892513680815
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisorySmall chips in windscreen
  8. Fail64,181 miles (+6,261)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,181 miles
    Test number
    280696043989
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisorySmall chips in windscreen
  9. Pass57,920 miles (+4,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    57,920 miles
    Test number
    703883410835
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass53,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,655 miles
    Test number
    334651409744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,655 miles (+5,407)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,655 miles
    Test number
    646575852574
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass48,248 miles (+444)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    48,248 miles
    Test number
    998144100251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,804 miles (+2,327)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,804 miles
    Test number
    656588344522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,477 miles (+9,252)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,477 miles
    Test number
    506433328644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    36,225 miles
    Test number
    132505439972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail36,225 miles (+10,917)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,225 miles
    Test number
    358812622931
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  17. Pass25,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    25,308 miles
    Test number
    565160985034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 KMV

Does LS12 KMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 KMV is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 KMV?
The MOT on LS12 KMV is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 KMV done?
LS12 KMV was recorded at 91,539 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 5,780 miles a year.
Has LS12 KMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 KMV has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 KMV 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 LS12 KMV find?
LS12 KMV passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pedal wearing smooth, and 5 more.

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