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FP51 EXF

2001 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

85,235 mi
Last recorded85,235 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 EXF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 85,235 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 85,230 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 78,184 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Feb 2017 78,086 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement temporary push on cap fitted (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering centre sill - as marked (6.1.A.1)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Feb 2016 68,857 miles

O/S Outer sill corroded.

Slight exhaust blow at front/centre section joint area.

Wipers split.

Pass 19 Jan 2015 63,722 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

N/S/F and O/S/R tyre sidewalls cracked

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 60,042 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F and O/S/R tyre sidewalls cracked

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 55,684 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 55,684 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 50,452 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2011 47,292 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 47,292 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 43,427 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 37,864 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 33,586 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2007 29,453 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 24,956 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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FP51 EXF is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 FP51 EXF, 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 FP51 EXF registered?

FP51 EXF is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is FP51 EXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 EXF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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