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Suzuki Swift

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

LS61 VPMMOT history

LS61 VPM is a grey petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 30 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 118,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LS61 VPM grey Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
118,779 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 VPM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 VPM was last recorded at 118,779 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 8,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,091 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,688 miles
Average per year
8,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,779 miles
  • 2025 – 110,091 miles
  • 2024 – 94,704 miles
  • 2023 – 82,499 miles
  • 2022 – 70,659 miles
  • 2021 – 64,121 miles
  • 2020 – 55,794 miles
  • 2019 – 49,831 miles
  • 2018 – 44,783 miles
  • 2017 – 36,501 miles
  • 2016 – 29,096 miles
  • 2015 – 24,753 miles
  • 2014 – 19,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,779 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,779 miles (+8,688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    118,779 miles
    Test number
    859240240514
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass110,091 miles (+89)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,091 miles
    Test number
    239200515553
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail110,002 miles (+15,298)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,002 miles
    Test number
    539566394312
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass94,704 miles (+12,205)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,704 miles
    Test number
    225703283057
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass82,499 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    82,499 miles
    Test number
    831088636096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail82,499 miles (+11,840)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,499 miles
    Test number
    195623857471
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine leaking from oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass70,659 miles (+6,538)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    70,659 miles
    Test number
    759534598500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,121 miles (+8,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,121 miles
    Test number
    665981785319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass55,794 miles (+5,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    55,794 miles
    Test number
    656022020920
    • AdvisorySlight wear to front brake discs

  10. Pass49,831 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,831 miles
    Test number
    543282666877
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Fail49,826 miles (+5,043)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,826 miles
    Test number
    201103182743
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass44,783 miles (+8,282)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    44,783 miles
    Test number
    197365896707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,501 miles (+7,405)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    36,501 miles
    Test number
    722459384455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cracking on tyre tread
    • AdvisoryCracking on front tyre treads

  14. Pass29,096 miles (+4,343)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    29,096 miles
    Test number
    379161890457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cracking in tyre tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryCracking in front tyre treads

  15. Pass24,753 miles (+5,070)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    24,753 miles
    Test number
    283536871155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight cracking on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cracking on tyre tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight cracking on tyre tread

  16. Pass19,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    19,683 miles
    Test number
    525543254245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 VPM

Does LS61 VPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 VPM is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 VPM?
The MOT on LS61 VPM is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 VPM done?
LS61 VPM was recorded at 118,779 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 8,243 miles a year.
Has LS61 VPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 VPM has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS61 VPM 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 LS61 VPM find?
LS61 VPM passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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