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BK09 VMD

2009 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

22,497 mi
Last recorded22,497 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 VMD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 22,497 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 22,039 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 21,559 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 21,558 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 20,508 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 20,507 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 18,679 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 16,857 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2021 16,856 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 May 2020 15,081 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2019 14,233 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2018 13,157 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 12,013 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 19 May 2016 10,744 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2015 9,359 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 May 2014 7,975 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 6,607 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 5,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2012 5,154 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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BK09 VMD is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc 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 BK09 VMD, 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 BK09 VMD registered?

BK09 VMD is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is BK09 VMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK09 VMD shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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