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AK57 XVB

2007 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,916 mi
Last recorded120,916 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Swift62,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 XVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 120,916 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 120,915 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fuel pipe leaking fuel filler pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Axle insecure (5.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 111,263 miles

condition of fuel filler pipe

rust and grease on all front and main through brake pipes

Fail 28 Sep 2018 111,260 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

condition of fuel filler pipe

rust and grease on all front and main through brake pipes

Pass 30 Sep 2017 102,283 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

nearside front wheel bearing feels slightly rough when rotated

Pass 22 Aug 2016 90,475 miles

covers on floors and engine

Fail 22 Aug 2016 90,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords showing (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

covers on floors and engine

Pass 19 Aug 2015 79,690 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 79,554 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear from rear flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexy to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexy to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2014 68,210 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 56,171 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inside edges

Pass 7 Aug 2012 44,263 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2012 44,263 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 37,275 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 27,410 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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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AK57 XVB is a 2007 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 62,096 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 AK57 XVB, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK57 XVB registered?

AK57 XVB is a 2007 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is AK57 XVB safe to buy?

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