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BX51 OFJ

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

61,572 mi
Last recorded61,572 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 OFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2015 61,572 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 57,138 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 May 2013 52,013 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 46,509 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 38,705 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 May 2010 34,661 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 May 2010 34,661 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2009 31,716 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 26,570 miles

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

rear wiper

slight damage to n/s of car

Pass 31 May 2007 20,513 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 20,115 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2005 16,556 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2005 16,556 miles

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

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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BX51 OFJ 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 BX51 OFJ, 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.

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What year was BX51 OFJ registered?

BX51 OFJ is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 11 October 2001.

Is BX51 OFJ safe to buy?

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