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FE51 VBZ

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,755 mi
Last recorded64,755 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2008
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 VBZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2008 64,755 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges n/s/f on 2mm

Pass 13 Aug 2007 56,797 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 41,080 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 41,075 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 VBZ is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VBZ, 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 FE51 VBZ?

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What year was FE51 VBZ registered?

FE51 VBZ is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 September 2001.

Is FE51 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 VBZ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE51 VBZ have outstanding finance?

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