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DG51 XJY

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

68,032 mi
Last recorded68,032 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 XJY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 68,032 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 56,802 miles

Offside front body damage.

Under vehicle general corrosion.

Pass 14 Sep 2013 49,579 miles

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

front tyre treads getting low

Pass 11 Sep 2012 41,338 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2012 41,315 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 38,930 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 5 Sep 2011 38,873 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2010 34,426 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 29,592 miles

n/s front & both rear tyres severely perished & cracked, replace asap. o/s rear tyre pressure low

Fail 17 Sep 2008 26,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s wiper worn

rear foot brake out of balance, brake service required

Pass 17 Sep 2008 26,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s wiper worn

rear foot brake out of balance, brake service required

Pass 3 Sep 2007 20,044 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

off side rear tyre perished

Pass 29 Aug 2006 18,511 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 15,880 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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DG51 XJY 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 78.6%.

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 DG51 XJY, 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

How do I check the history of DG51 XJY?

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What year was DG51 XJY registered?

DG51 XJY is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 October 2001.

Is DG51 XJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 XJY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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