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BF09 JYH

2009 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,803 mi
Last recorded98,803 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF09 JYH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 98,803 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 91,793 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 91,602 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 79,746 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 75,089 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 72,872 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 68,664 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 63,478 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 53,649 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 53,412 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 42,928 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 42,447 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 40,984 miles

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

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

rear tyres wearing unevenly

stone chips to screen

Fail 28 Mar 2013 40,682 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

rear tyres wearing unevenly

stone chips to screen

Pass 26 Mar 2012 33,633 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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BF09 JYH is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF09 JYH, 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 BF09 JYH registered?

BF09 JYH is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is BF09 JYH safe to buy?

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