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BF09 TWC

2009 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

37,733 mi
Last recorded37,733 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF09 TWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 37,733 miles

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2025 37,733 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 35,058 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2024 35,058 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 31,786 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened top bearing slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 31,786 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened top bearing slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 29,512 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 26,760 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2021 26,760 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 24,343 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 22,421 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 20,557 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 18,253 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 15,834 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 13,927 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 11,928 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 10,451 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 8,954 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 7,469 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 TWC is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc 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 BF09 TWC, 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 BF09 TWC registered?

BF09 TWC is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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