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GY17 BXV

2017 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,631 mi
Last recorded53,631 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Swift32,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY17 BXV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 53,631 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Zones 'A' and 'B' (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly damaged sidewall Driven while flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 44,214 miles

TPMS light on dash

Pass 13 Mar 2024 38,211 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Wiper blades split

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Mar 2023 32,109 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 27,218 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 27,217 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 22,026 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 16,869 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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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GY17 BXV is a 2017 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 32,661 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 GY17 BXV, 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 9 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY17 BXV registered?

GY17 BXV is a 2017 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 March 2017.

Is GY17 BXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY17 BXV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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