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Suzuki Swift

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,586 cc

T9 BPLMOT history

T9 BPL is a red petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 17 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 79,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
79,728 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T9 BPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,586 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
17 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T9 BPL was last recorded at 79,728 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 7,676 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Nov 2017: 7,932 miles, lower than 24,978 miles on 1 Nov 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
72,052 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,676 miles
Average per year
5,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,728 miles
  • 2025 – 72,052 miles
  • 2024 – 64,056 miles
  • 2023 – 53,735 miles
  • 2022 – 43,964 miles
  • 2021 – 35,178 miles
  • 2020 – 29,289 miles
  • 2019 – 23,800 miles
  • 2018 – 16,808 miles
  • 2017 – 7,932 miles
  • 2016 – 24,978 miles
  • 2015 – 17,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,728 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 13 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,728 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    79,728 miles
    Test number
    487819951042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail79,728 miles (+7,676)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,728 miles
    Test number
    609641634843
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,052 miles (+7,996)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    72,052 miles
    Test number
    534510386742
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass64,056 miles (+10,321)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    64,056 miles
    Test number
    429163922417
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes near subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass53,735 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    53,735 miles
    Test number
    699424950260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail53,732 miles (+9,768)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,732 miles
    Test number
    795503711899
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass43,964 miles (+8,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    43,964 miles
    Test number
    437124005453
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass35,178 miles (+5,889)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    35,178 miles
    Test number
    426935569508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,289 miles (+5,489)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    29,289 miles
    Test number
    481998677018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass23,800 miles (+6,992)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    23,800 miles
    Test number
    215469101261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass16,808 miles (+8,876)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    16,808 miles
    Test number
    108291856121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Nail in tyre

  12. Pass7,932 miles (-17,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    7,932 miles
    Test number
    699965845797
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass24,978 miles (+7,724)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    24,978 miles
    Test number
    828368397679
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pad getting low

  14. Pass17,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    17,254 miles
    Test number
    643078802396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T9 BPL

Does T9 BPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T9 BPL is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T9 BPL?
The MOT on T9 BPL is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T9 BPL done?
T9 BPL was recorded at 79,728 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 5,729 miles a year.
Has T9 BPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T9 BPL has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T9 BPL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Nov 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T9 BPL find?
T9 BPL passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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