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DG09 XER

2009 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

82,845 mi
Last recorded82,845 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 XER
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 82,845 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 82,845 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2024 82,750 miles

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 77,440 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 70,235 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 61,250 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 50,392 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All exposed brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres age cracking/ perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade insecure on arm but does not detach when in use. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade insecure on arm but does not detach when in use. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Right hand back box mount corroded off and rattling. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres age cracking/ perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 50,369 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All exposed brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres age cracking/ perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade insecure on arm but does not detach when in use. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade insecure on arm but does not detach when in use. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Right hand back box mount corroded off and rattling. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres age cracking/ perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 48,689 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut top has slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 44,957 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2017 39,073 miles

Offside Front tyre starting to crack in tread

Pass 17 May 2016 34,154 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 34,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 May 2015 29,794 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2014 24,353 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 17,925 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 11,434 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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DG09 XER is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 DG09 XER, 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 DG09 XER registered?

DG09 XER is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 March 2009.

Is DG09 XER safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 XER shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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