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BG51 RHV

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,336 mi
Last recorded56,336 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 RHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 56,336 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 56,336 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2014 54,066 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

under floor surface rust

Pass 22 Apr 2013 54,068 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 53,667 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 51,697 miles

Battery insecure

n/s/r and o/s/r tyers cracking with age

Pass 28 Apr 2010 49,991 miles

ADVISE N/S/R & O/S/R TYRES SHOWING SIGNS OF AGE OUTER SIDEWALLS CRACKING

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 48,270 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 46,079 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 37,660 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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BG51 RHV is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 49,285 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 BG51 RHV, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG51 RHV registered?

BG51 RHV is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is BG51 RHV safe to buy?

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