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AJ09 AWN

2009 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

83,080 mi
Last recorded83,080 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ09 AWN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 83,080 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 81,823 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 80,943 miles

windscreen stone chipped

Pass 7 Feb 2023 73,774 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2023 73,774 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 67,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 67,091 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 67,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 59,864 miles

bonnet stay insecure

Fail 16 Dec 2019 59,842 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

bonnet stay insecure

Pass 25 Aug 2017 52,120 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

park brake low effort both sides

Fail 25 Aug 2017 52,120 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

park brake low effort both sides

Pass 23 Aug 2016 40,053 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Aug 2016 40,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 26,550 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 16,345 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 16,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 13,171 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 12,616 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 10,705 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front wipers smeary

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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AJ09 AWN is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 57,936 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ09 AWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 17 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ09 AWN registered?

AJ09 AWN is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is AJ09 AWN safe to buy?

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