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AR07 SSU

2007 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,625 mi
Last recorded69,625 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Swift62,096 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 SSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 69,625 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 67,450 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 7 Nov 2024 67,450 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Seat belt installation not reinforced with buttressing and diagonal bracing when required (10.1 (h))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 65,831 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 14 Nov 2023 65,831 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 64,907 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 4 Nov 2022 64,907 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 57,413 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 16 Nov 2021 57,413 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 48,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 43,359 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. N/S + O/S (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2019 43,359 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. N/S + O/S (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 43,104 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 35,277 miles

Front wipers worn.

Fail 25 Jul 2016 35,277 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Front wipers worn.

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 35,049 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 33,587 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 28,764 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 28,075 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 24,287 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 21,000 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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AR07 SSU is a 2007 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AR07 SSU, 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 AR07 SSU registered?

AR07 SSU is a 2007 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 7 August 2007.

Is AR07 SSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR07 SSU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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