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BV09 LAA

2009 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,005 mi
Last recorded57,005 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 LAA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 57,005 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 56,816 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 56,456 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 56,030 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 56,021 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 55,323 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 54,059 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 53,267 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 51,293 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 49,472 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 42,074 miles

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

Rear both tyres low tread

Pass 2 Aug 2016 30,550 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2014 20,062 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 14,393 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 12,272 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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BV09 LAA is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 BV09 LAA, 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

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What year was BV09 LAA registered?

BV09 LAA is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is BV09 LAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV09 LAA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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