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Suzuki Swift

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,586 cc

V23 KSBMOT history

V23 KSB is a red petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 25 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 61,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

V23 KSB red 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
61,634 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 KSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,586 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 KSB was last recorded at 61,634 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 3,163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,471 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,163 miles
Average per year
3,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,634 miles
  • 2025 – 58,471 miles
  • 2024 – 55,459 miles
  • 2023 – 54,065 miles
  • 2022 – 52,887 miles
  • 2021 – 51,745 miles
  • 2020 – 51,728 miles
  • 2019 – 51,616 miles
  • 2018 – 50,818 miles
  • 2017 – 43,037 miles
  • 2016 – 38,710 miles
  • 2015 – 33,127 miles
  • 2013 – 26,635 miles
  • 2012 – 17,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,634 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened coils lowered springs fitted (5.3.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement delaminating 1/3rd detached (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,634 miles (+3,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    61,634 miles
    Test number
    640077852850
    • AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened coils lowered springs fitted (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement delaminating 1/3rd detached (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass58,471 miles (+3,012)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    58,471 miles
    Test number
    212639792687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass55,459 miles (+1,394)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    55,459 miles
    Test number
    784922588070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass54,065 miles (+1,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    54,065 miles
    Test number
    592167966340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass52,887 miles (+1,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    52,887 miles
    Test number
    970101482631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass51,745 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    51,745 miles
    Test number
    647701071997
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Fail51,745 miles (+17)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,745 miles
    Test number
    428220539258
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass51,728 miles (+112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    51,728 miles
    Test number
    919137190239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass51,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    51,616 miles
    Test number
    223301343610
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail51,616 miles (+798)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,616 miles
    Test number
    503751785348
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass50,818 miles (+7,781)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    50,818 miles
    Test number
    372547719414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,037 miles (+4,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    43,037 miles
    Test number
    243412890339
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass38,710 miles (+5,583)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    38,710 miles
    Test number
    634160735049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,127 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    33,127 miles
    Test number
    636810255084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail33,124 miles (+6,489)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,124 miles
    Test number
    315079345081
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDeep cut in outer sidewall of nearside front tyre,ok for mot requirements
    • NotePlip key not working

  16. Pass26,635 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    26,635 miles
    Test number
    616112353387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damage (cords NOT exposed)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Fail26,635 miles (+9,605)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,635 miles
    Test number
    438372253412
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damage (cords NOT exposed)
    • NoteRear windscreen wiper blade deteriorated
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass17,030 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    17,030 miles
    Test number
    677856852372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,887 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    16,887 miles
    Test number
    146729902295
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low

Questions about V23 KSB

Does V23 KSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 KSB is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V23 KSB?
The MOT on V23 KSB 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 V23 KSB done?
V23 KSB was recorded at 61,634 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 3,275 miles a year.
Has V23 KSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 KSB has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on V23 KSB 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 V23 KSB find?
V23 KSB passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: coil spring modified but not seriously weakened coils lowered springs fitted; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement delaminating 1/3rd detached.

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