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BV59 NYB

2009 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

71,538 mi
Last recorded71,538 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 NYB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 71,538 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 17 Sep 2025 71,538 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 66,225 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting worn (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from axle flexi to wheel (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 60,570 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 54,716 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 48,129 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 41,279 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 33,164 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 19,285 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 19,285 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all four tyres (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2017 10,097 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 7,809 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 6,266 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 6,266 miles

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 5,347 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 4,187 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 3,177 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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BV59 NYB is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BV59 NYB, 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 BV59 NYB registered?

BV59 NYB is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 September 2009.

Is BV59 NYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV59 NYB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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