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CA09 GBY

2009 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

62,741 mi
Last recorded62,741 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA09 GBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 62,741 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 62,741 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Brake valve leaking abs modulator (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 57,026 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 57,026 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 50,907 miles

Coolant leak Possible ()

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 2 Jul 2018 50,907 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively N/S+O/S (3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak Possible ()

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Spare tyre defective ()

Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 47,861 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 47,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 38,053 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s replace soon (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 38,053 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lamp damaged (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure damaged (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s replace soon (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 28,394 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 25 Jun 2014 20,233 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 20,233 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 12,357 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 12,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 4,120 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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CA09 GBY is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA09 GBY, 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.

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What year was CA09 GBY registered?

CA09 GBY is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 June 2009.

Is CA09 GBY safe to buy?

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