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AV59 EZJ

2009 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,098 mi
Last recorded79,098 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 EZJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 79,098 miles

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

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

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

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

vehicle has light under body corrosion

Pass 14 Mar 2025 77,801 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 77,801 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 77,234 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 76,265 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded lower section (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

fuel filler neck corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2023 76,265 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded lower section (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

fuel filler neck corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2022 74,875 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides lower sections (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear wiper split

fuel filler neck corroded

Fail 3 Mar 2022 74,875 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side poor operation (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Coil spring corroded both sides lower sections (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear wiper split

fuel filler neck corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2020 74,622 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2020 74,622 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 72,502 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 69,833 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2018 69,833 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 64,390 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 56,270 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 56,270 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 44,954 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 36,655 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 29,923 miles

FRONT COIL SPRINGS RUSTED

REAR TYRES WORN TO 3MM

Pass 13 Sep 2012 23,279 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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AV59 EZJ is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 AV59 EZJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV59 EZJ registered?

AV59 EZJ is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is AV59 EZJ safe to buy?

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