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BU51 DYT

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,070 mi
Last recorded73,070 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 DYT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2014 73,070 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Advise brake inspection with wheels removed.

Corrosion formed at floor and chassis.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2013 68,456 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 68,456 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 58,852 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre worn to limit

Pass 13 Sep 2011 49,455 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 43,949 miles

both front shock absorbers showing corrosion

Fail 19 Aug 2010 43,949 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front shock absorbers showing corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2009 42,967 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 37,943 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 32,726 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 27,417 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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BU51 DYT is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BU51 DYT, 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 BU51 DYT registered?

BU51 DYT is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 2 September 2001.

Is BU51 DYT safe to buy?

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