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AK09 ZWE

2009 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,706 mi
Last recorded73,706 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2021
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 ZWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2021 73,706 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

battery positive clamp insecure.

exhaust shows corrosion and evidence of leaks.

service brake pedal shows travel.

unable to open the rear tailgate but did not require to do so to complete the test.

Fail 20 Mar 2021 73,706 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

battery positive clamp insecure.

exhaust shows corrosion and evidence of leaks.

service brake pedal shows travel.

unable to open the rear tailgate but did not require to do so to complete the test.

Pass 12 Mar 2020 65,822 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 59,604 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 49,233 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Top mount (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 42,007 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Top mount (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 33,750 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 25,033 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 18,532 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 15,409 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 15,409 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 11,627 miles

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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AK09 ZWE is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK09 ZWE, 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.

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What year was AK09 ZWE registered?

AK09 ZWE is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is AK09 ZWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 ZWE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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