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DV51 USU

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,123 mi
Last recorded80,123 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV51 USU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 80,123 miles

All brake pipes heavily greased

Pass 28 Oct 2015 73,714 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 73,714 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Nov 2014 73,008 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 73,008 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 69,142 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 69,142 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 58,530 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 50,584 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 54,584 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 43,471 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 33,938 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2008 22,673 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 22,673 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 14,518 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 9,757 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 9,757 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2005 7,967 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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DV51 USU is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DV51 USU, 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 DV51 USU registered?

DV51 USU is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 November 2001.

Is DV51 USU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV51 USU shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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