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DE51 WFT

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,002 mi
Last recorded123,002 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 WFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 123,002 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 20,384 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 17,297 miles

Engine oil leaking

Pass 25 Nov 2017 114,919 miles

Engine oil leaking from sump

Offside Rear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 10,331 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 3,868 miles

oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2014 98,802 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 91,746 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 81,892 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 74,629 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 74,498 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 67,006 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 59,698 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 49,934 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 39,693 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 39,376 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 31,241 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2005 23,138 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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DE51 WFT is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DE51 WFT, 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 DE51 WFT registered?

DE51 WFT is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is DE51 WFT safe to buy?

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