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FG51 VGT

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

76,405 mi
Last recorded76,405 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 VGT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2011 76,405 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 31 Dec 2010 76,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 68,104 miles

N/S & O/S rear lamps tapped

Fail 23 Dec 2009 68,104 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

N/S & O/S rear lamps tapped

Pass 23 Dec 2008 58,570 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 58,570 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 49,223 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 49,223 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 39,627 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 39,627 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2005 36,136 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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FG51 VGT is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 FG51 VGT, 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 FG51 VGT registered?

FG51 VGT is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is FG51 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 VGT shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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