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BX51 ZGE

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,935 mi
Last recorded86,935 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 ZGE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 86,935 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 69,781 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 50,416 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 37,246 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 28,131 miles

both rear tyres deteriorated

o/s/f tyre deteriorated

Pass 28 Sep 2012 25,594 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside front & both rear tyres deteriorated

Slight noise at offside rear wheel when spun

Fail 25 Sep 2012 25,582 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside front & both rear tyres deteriorated

Slight noise at offside rear wheel when spun

Pass 20 Sep 2011 23,706 miles

Oil leak

both front and rear inner tyre walls cracking

Fail 19 Sep 2011 23,705 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)

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

Oil leak

both front and rear inner tyre walls cracking

Pass 17 Sep 2010 21,057 miles

Oil leak

o/s/f and rear tyres perished

Pass 5 Oct 2009 17,812 miles

All tyres deteriorating

Front number plate starting to deteriorate

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall worn

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2008 15,887 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 13,246 miles

Oil leak

front number plate damaged

Pass 29 Sep 2006 10,336 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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BX51 ZGE is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZGE, 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 BX51 ZGE registered?

BX51 ZGE is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 2 October 2001.

Is BX51 ZGE safe to buy?

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