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BK59 HCV

2009 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

76,103 mi
Last recorded76,103 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 HCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 76,103 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2025 70,054 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light has a one light out (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Hand brake lever high (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 70,054 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light has a one light out (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Hand brake lever high (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 65,250 miles

Brake pedal spongy (No leaks) Possible air in system

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes perished (Both front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Handbrake efficiency only just met (Handbrake high travel)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sideswalls poor (Both rear) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear sill corroded (Both sides) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Sill covers fitted

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear axle area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle undersealed (Unable to check fuel pipes)

Pass 16 Sep 2023 59,086 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded NSR fuel pipe corroded

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play NSF suspension lower arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 59,085 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer snapped off (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Nearside registration plate lamp inoperative (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded NSR fuel pipe corroded

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play NSF suspension lower arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 56,233 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 52,584 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 52,584 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 48,631 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 43,949 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Sep 2019 43,949 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 37,519 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

offside front shocker top worn

Fail 24 Sep 2018 37,518 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

offside front shocker top worn

Pass 6 Sep 2017 30,224 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres perished

Pass 26 Sep 2016 24,613 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 24,613 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 16,983 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 16,981 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 14,185 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 11,428 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 8,842 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 HCV is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 HCV, 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.

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What year was BK59 HCV registered?

BK59 HCV is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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