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BG51 ZYH

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

69,848 mi
Last recorded69,848 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 ZYH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2014 69,848 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 69,848 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 60,939 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 60,939 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 55,697 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 55,697 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 4 Nov 2011 52,203 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 52,203 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 47,735 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 47,735 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 44,047 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 39,475 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 35,048 miles

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

advise damage to screen

advise tyre o/s/r casing old

Pass 8 Nov 2006 30,503 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 ZYH is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 BG51 ZYH, 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 ZYH registered?

BG51 ZYH is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 November 2001.

Is BG51 ZYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 ZYH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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