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BU51 VCK

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

4,501 mi
Last recorded4,501 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 VCK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 4,501 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2016 4,501 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 1,863 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 94,301 miles

cataytic converter corrodded

Pass 20 Feb 2013 89,090 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 84,233 miles

o/s rear tyre cracking on sidewall + exhaust centre and rear showing signs of corrosion

Fail 14 Feb 2012 94,215 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

o/s rear tyre cracking on sidewall + exhaust centre and rear showing signs of corrosion

Pass 14 Mar 2011 81,797 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 73,764 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 66,323 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 58,748 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 50,611 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 42,716 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 VCK is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BU51 VCK, 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 VCK registered?

BU51 VCK is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is BU51 VCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 VCK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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