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AK51 GWZ

2001 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,597 mi
Last recorded36,597 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 GWZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 36,597 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak on sump

Pass 12 May 2016 34,724 miles

Front nearside and offside brake discs lipped

Nearside Front mirror mount temporary repair and glass cracked

Offside Front side repeater lens missing

Rear sidelights slight dimming with hazards applied

front and rear brake hose ferrules / chassis rails / suspension turrets / suspension arms - corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

oil leak from engine - sump pan corroded and porous - STRONG ADVICE

Fail 13 May 2015 32,261 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 May 2015 32,261 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2014 28,794 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Off side front wiper blade split

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 May 2014 28,794 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Off side front wiper blade split

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 25,289 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 25,289 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2012 21,397 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 May 2011 17,261 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 May 2010 14,097 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 May 2010 14,097 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 May 2009 11,162 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 8,153 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 May 2007 4,526 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 May 2006 691 miles

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

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

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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AK51 GWZ is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 49,285 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 AK51 GWZ, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK51 GWZ registered?

AK51 GWZ is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is AK51 GWZ safe to buy?

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