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AV09 XWS

2009 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

113,926 mi
Last recorded113,926 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 XWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 113,926 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 113,196 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR and OSR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2025 113,191 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR and OSR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 112,363 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 110,234 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 103,852 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2021 97,382 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 97,382 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2020 92,552 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 92,552 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2019 84,567 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 74,290 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 64,811 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 55,792 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 46,162 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 36,543 miles

Rear wiper blade is split.

Fail 25 Jun 2014 36,506 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear wiper blade is split.

Pass 29 Jun 2013 28,266 miles

Both rear tyres are perished.

Pass 28 Jun 2012 23,373 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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AV09 XWS is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 57,936 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 AV09 XWS, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV09 XWS registered?

AV09 XWS is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 17 July 2009.

Is AV09 XWS safe to buy?

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