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BU51 UZY

2001 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

58,700 mi
Last recorded58,700 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 UZY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 58,700 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 54,957 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 51,915 miles

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))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 48,829 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 44,127 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 44,127 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 39,869 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 39,244 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 37,721 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 35,551 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 33,591 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 31,036 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 29,628 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 27,898 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 25,328 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 25,315 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 22,246 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 UZY is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 UZY, 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 UZY registered?

BU51 UZY is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is BU51 UZY safe to buy?

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