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Suzuki Swift

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,298 cc

T261 VWYMOT history

T261 VWY is a blue petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 36,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2026
Mileage
36,516 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T261 VWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T261 VWY was last recorded at 36,516 miles on 28 Apr 2025, 4,505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
32,011 miles · 29 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4,505 miles
Average per year
1,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,516 miles
  • 2023 – 32,011 miles
  • 2022 – 24,442 miles
  • 2021 – 21,542 miles
  • 2020 – 20,358 miles
  • 2019 – 15,767 miles
  • 2018 – 15,527 miles
  • 2017 – 15,437 miles
  • 2016 – 15,303 miles
  • 2015 – 14,815 miles
  • 2014 – 14,327 miles
  • 2013 – 13,662 miles
  • 2012 – 12,559 miles
  • 2011 – 12,138 miles
  • 2010 – 11,839 miles
  • 2009 – 11,037 miles
  • 2008 – 10,143 miles
  • 2007 – 9,150 miles
  • 2006 – 7,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,516 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material outter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material outter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,516 miles (+4,505)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    36,516 miles
    Test number
    737786689472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass32,011 miles (+7,569)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    32,011 miles
    Test number
    374705746030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass24,442 miles (+19)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    24,442 miles
    Test number
    713629500564
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outter (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material outter (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material outter (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail24,423 miles (+2,881)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,423 miles
    Test number
    574016388747
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outter (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material outter (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material outter (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass21,542 miles (+1,184)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    21,542 miles
    Test number
    613003486223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass20,358 miles (+4,591)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    20,358 miles
    Test number
    846223322327
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f and n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter and inner sills corroded but nothing excessive

  7. Pass15,767 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    15,767 miles
    Test number
    741554719690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass15,527 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    15,527 miles
    Test number
    138969294812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail15,525 miles (+88)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,525 miles
    Test number
    241337499743
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor near suspension arm mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor near suspension arm mounting (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass15,437 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    15,437 miles
    Test number
    361078155327
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  11. Fail15,436 miles (+133)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,436 miles
    Test number
    222909149695
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass15,303 miles (+488)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    15,303 miles
    Test number
    221154554856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,815 miles (+488)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    14,815 miles
    Test number
    956123785040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,327 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    14,327 miles
    Test number
    406641994087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail14,322 miles (+660)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,322 miles
    Test number
    597950094011
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass13,662 miles (+1,103)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    13,662 miles
    Test number
    218970603172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass12,559 miles (+421)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    12,559 miles
    Test number
    509019672085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,138 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    12,138 miles
    Test number
    576814371079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail12,137 miles (+298)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,137 miles
    Test number
    355843871068
    • FailureNearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass11,839 miles (+802)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    11,839 miles
    Test number
    631964670042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    11,037 miles
    Test number
    722956489099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail11,037 miles (+894)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,037 miles
    Test number
    880766789005
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass10,143 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    10,143 miles
    Test number
    373699498022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,150 miles (+1,166)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    9,150 miles
    Test number
    404915677045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass7,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    7,984 miles
    Test number
    254740606141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T261 VWY

Does T261 VWY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T261 VWY expired on 27 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T261 VWY?
The MOT on T261 VWY expired on 27 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T261 VWY done?
T261 VWY was recorded at 36,516 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2025, an average of 1,498 miles a year.
Has T261 VWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T261 VWY has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T261 VWY 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 T261 VWY find?
T261 VWY passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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