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2012 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · TF62 TAY

TF62 TAY

2012 Suzuki Swift (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2012. Recorded mileage 69,585 miles. MOT valid until 30/12/2026. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30/12/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/07/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2012
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend over the last several years. The most recent inspection conducted on 17 December 2025 at 69,585 miles resulted in no recorded defects, following a streak of three consecutive clean passes. This indicates that whatever issues caused the failure in late 2022 were addressed immediately, and the vehicle has since maintained a consistent standard of presentation without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Data shows a consistent pattern of use, such as the 2,660 miles driven between December 2023 and December 2024, and another 9,673 miles between December 2024 and December 2025. This low mileage suggests the car has likely been used for short urban trips or remained stationary for extended periods between tests. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can sometimes lead to issues with age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid acidity due to inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to perish despite low mileage rather than high-mileage mechanical wear. Examine the suspension bushes, sidewalls, and hoses for cracking or dry rot, as these materials degrade over time regardless of distance travelled. Given the vehicle's age, check brake discs for surface corrosion or seized calipers which can occur if the car sits frequently. Additionally, verify the structural integrity of the chassis sills and wheel arches, as hidden rust remains the primary concern for a Suzuki of this era.

TF62 TAY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/12/2025
  • 69,585 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

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✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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TF62 TAY Mileage History

  1. 05/12/202255,107 mi
  2. 06/12/202255,107 mi
  3. 08/12/202357,246 mi+2,139 mi
  4. 05/12/202459,912 mi+2,666 mi
  5. 17/12/202569,585 mi+9,673 mi

Average of roughly 4,774 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

TF62 TAY MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 22 Jun 2026, 16:34
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Suzuki Swift (TF62 TAY) between December 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 17 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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