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AK57 XVL

2007 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

124,918 mi
Last recorded124,918 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Swift62,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 XVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 124,918 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2018 124,918 miles

Front All position lamps not working both (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 113,788 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 106,661 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 106,661 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper & inner wing (6.1.B.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 99,235 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 99,235 miles

Nearside Front Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Fail 4 Nov 2014 90,613 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

front wiper blades slightly smearing screen

Pass 4 Nov 2014 90,613 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front wiper blades slightly smearing screen

Pass 29 Oct 2013 79,191 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 64,734 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 50,177 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Sep 2011 49,903 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front discs worn and lipped.

Pass 31 Aug 2010 37,165 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside 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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AK57 XVL is a 2007 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 XVL, 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 XVL registered?

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

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