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FE51 VBA

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

37,500 mi
Last recorded37,500 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 VBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 37,500 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 32,933 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 32,651 miles

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached damaged (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 32,231 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 31,724 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 30,960 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 30,111 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 29,070 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 29,042 miles

Nearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to comp (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to comp (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 28,121 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 27,190 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 25,333 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 24,309 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 23,248 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 22,337 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 20,588 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 19,517 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 18,635 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 17,499 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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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FE51 VBA is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FE51 VBA, 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 FE51 VBA registered?

FE51 VBA is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FE51 VBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 VBA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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