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FL51 BNV

2001 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,097 mi
Last recorded44,097 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2012
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 BNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2012 44,097 miles

deterioration in nearside & offside rear tyres

offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough

Fail 11 Jan 2012 44,097 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

deterioration in nearside & offside rear tyres

offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 26 Jan 2011 41,342 miles

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

deterioration in nearside front & both rear tyres

Fail 25 Jan 2011 41,342 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

deterioration in nearside front & both rear tyres

Pass 3 Feb 2010 38,548 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 35,558 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 31,910 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2007 28,370 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 23,835 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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FL51 BNV is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL51 BNV, 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 FL51 BNV registered?

FL51 BNV is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is FL51 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL51 BNV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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