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BK51 USW

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

88,773 mi
Last recorded88,773 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 USW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 88,773 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 79,012 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 74,299 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 67,022 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 61,228 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 56,689 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 52,869 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 52,867 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 47,225 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 40,581 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 40,581 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 33,234 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 33,234 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2005 28,856 miles

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

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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BK51 USW 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 78.6%.

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 BK51 USW, 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 BK51 USW registered?

BK51 USW is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is BK51 USW safe to buy?

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