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AY59 YJU

2009 Suzuki Swift

Turquoise Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

81,597 mi
Last recorded81,597 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY59 YJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 81,597 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 78,346 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 76,367 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 74,593 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 70,800 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 67,601 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 67,601 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 64,117 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 57,136 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 51,022 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 43,696 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 35,999 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 30,726 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 22,420 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 15,140 miles

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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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AY59 YJU is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Turquoise with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AY59 YJU, 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 AY59 YJU registered?

AY59 YJU is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AY59 YJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY59 YJU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY59 YJU have outstanding finance?

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