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DK57 VEL

2007 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

111,797 mi
Last recorded111,797 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Swift62,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 VEL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 111,797 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 105,224 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 105,061 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 92,583 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 92,578 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2017 83,947 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 74,476 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 63,514 miles

surface corrosion to front brake discs

Fail 2 Jul 2015 63,514 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

surface corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 24 Aug 2012 42,566 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 34,948 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 34,948 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 21,320 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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DK57 VEL is a 2007 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 62,096 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 DK57 VEL, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DK57 VEL registered?

DK57 VEL is a 2007 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is DK57 VEL safe to buy?

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