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DG09 FNS

2009 Suzuki Swift

Turquoise Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

58,237 mi
Last recorded58,237 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 FNS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 58,237 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 57,970 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2024 57,965 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel filler neck leaking. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 57,527 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 57,127 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 56,763 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 56,477 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2020 56,477 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 55,590 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 54,097 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 52,615 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 50,925 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 43,195 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 35,616 miles

n/s/r tyre and o/s/f tyre wearing 2.5 outer edge

Fail 14 Jun 2014 35,616 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/r tyre and o/s/f tyre wearing 2.5 outer edge

Pass 23 May 2013 25,966 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 25,963 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

brake service

Pass 29 May 2012 20,239 miles

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

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

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

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

brake service

Fail 29 May 2012 20,239 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

brake service

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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DG09 FNS is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Turquoise with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DG09 FNS, 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 DG09 FNS registered?

DG09 FNS is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 March 2009.

Is DG09 FNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 FNS shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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