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BK59 CJF

2009 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

47,917 mi
Last recorded47,917 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 CJF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 47,917 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2025 47,917 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 41,422 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 34,980 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 34,980 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 32,048 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 30,034 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 30,034 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 28,637 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 26,938 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 24,992 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 22,929 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 22,929 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 20,751 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 17,521 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 13,582 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 9,624 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 5,614 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 5,614 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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BK59 CJF is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 BK59 CJF, 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 BK59 CJF?

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What year was BK59 CJF registered?

BK59 CJF is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is BK59 CJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK59 CJF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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