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DK51 XJW

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

58,052 mi
Last recorded58,052 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 XJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 58,052 miles

Both front tyres are wearing thin

Centre and rear exhaust sections are deteriorated

Centre main brake pipe is corroded

Front lower cross member is damaged

Near side front brake pipe is corroded

Near side mirror is damaged

Oil leak

Fail 2 Sep 2016 58,052 miles

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

Both front tyres are wearing thin

Centre and rear exhaust sections are deteriorated

Centre main brake pipe is corroded

Front lower cross member is damaged

Near side front brake pipe is corroded

Near side mirror is damaged

Oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2015 51,769 miles

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 44,896 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n.s.f brake pipe rusty

vehicle starting too rust in perscribed areas

Pass 10 Sep 2013 37,653 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

offside front tyre (155/70/13 75T) outer wall excessively cracked but ply or cords not visible

Fail 10 Sep 2013 37,653 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

offside front tyre (155/70/13 75T) outer wall excessively cracked but ply or cords not visible

Pass 13 Sep 2012 29,193 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

bodywork damaged

osf tyre cracking(due to age)

osf wiper split

Pass 9 Sep 2011 25,960 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 25,753 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

O/S/Rear light unit damaged

Oil leak

Slight Damage to front crossmember

Fail 28 Sep 2009 25,753 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

O/S/Rear light unit damaged

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

Slight Damage to front crossmember

Pass 5 Sep 2008 24,982 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 24,982 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 24,079 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 23,006 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 21,569 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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DK51 XJW is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DK51 XJW, 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 DK51 XJW registered?

DK51 XJW is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is DK51 XJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK51 XJW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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