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AP07 VYL

2007 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

111,319 mi
Last recorded111,319 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Swift62,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 VYL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 111,319 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear axle pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Jul 2026 111,319 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear axle pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 94,149 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 92,088 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 17 Jul 2024 92,078 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 87,174 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Mar 2023 87,174 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 86,318 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 85,100 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 83,362 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 81,687 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Aug 2017 77,742 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside and nearside rear tyre treads and sidewalls split and in poor condition

Pass 23 Aug 2016 75,968 miles

Nearside Rear seat occupied by child booster seat could not assess

Pass 20 Aug 2015 74,607 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 74,606 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 72,247 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 72,247 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 70,184 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 68,025 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 61,811 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 46,004 miles

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

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

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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AP07 VYL is a 2007 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 AP07 VYL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP07 VYL registered?

AP07 VYL is a 2007 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 April 2007.

Is AP07 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP07 VYL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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