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Suzuki Swift

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

LS12 LPVMOT history

LS12 LPV is a blue petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 29 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 81,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LS12 LPV blue Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
81,849 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 LPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 LPV was last recorded at 81,849 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 3,758 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,091 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,758 miles
Average per year
5,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,849 miles
  • 2025 – 78,091 miles
  • 2024 – 73,831 miles
  • 2023 – 68,920 miles
  • 2022 – 63,104 miles
  • 2021 – 58,784 miles
  • 2020 – 55,194 miles
  • 2019 – 49,528 miles
  • 2018 – 42,841 miles
  • 2017 – 36,429 miles
  • 2016 – 29,711 miles
  • 2015 – 22,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,849 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lightsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • 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

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,849 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    81,849 miles
    Test number
    287449681649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  2. Fail81,849 miles (+3,758)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,849 miles
    Test number
    218244738225
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass78,091 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    78,091 miles
    Test number
    210377772316
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Rubber starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Rubber starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wing/body slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail78,091 miles (+4,260)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,091 miles
    Test number
    177837524776
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Adjuster not checked (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Rubber starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Rubber starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wing/body slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass73,831 miles (+4,911)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,831 miles
    Test number
    241679570083
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Splitting on the ends (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass68,920 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,920 miles
    Test number
    151976573174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Fail68,920 miles (+5,816)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,920 miles
    Test number
    116986938553
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt have slight grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass63,104 miles (+4,320)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    63,104 miles
    Test number
    912671171050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    58,784 miles
    Test number
    152888886824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail58,784 miles (+3,590)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,784 miles
    Test number
    128584989033
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass55,194 miles (+5,666)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,194 miles
    Test number
    660229098312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,528 miles (+6,687)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    49,528 miles
    Test number
    718664005210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,841 miles (+6,412)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,841 miles
    Test number
    207462595204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,429 miles (+6,718)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,429 miles
    Test number
    356803272769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,711 miles (+6,964)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    29,711 miles
    Test number
    494428845600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    22,747 miles
    Test number
    145916685052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,747 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,747 miles
    Test number
    228755985012
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about LS12 LPV

Does LS12 LPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 LPV is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 LPV?
The MOT on LS12 LPV is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 LPV done?
LS12 LPV was recorded at 81,849 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 5,383 miles a year.
Has LS12 LPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 LPV has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 LPV 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 LPV find?
LS12 LPV passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall/tread; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 4 more.

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