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BJ59 ZCY

2009 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

61,858 mi
Last recorded61,858 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 ZCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 61,858 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 59,855 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 57,752 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 55,732 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 55,637 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 53,129 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 53,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 51,946 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 48,522 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 43,485 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 43,485 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 39,251 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 33,554 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 28,629 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 23,498 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 19,759 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 15,491 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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BJ59 ZCY is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BJ59 ZCY, 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

How do I check the history of BJ59 ZCY?

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What year was BJ59 ZCY registered?

BJ59 ZCY is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is BJ59 ZCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ59 ZCY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ59 ZCY have outstanding finance?

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