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KF51 HVH

2001 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,890 mi
Last recorded79,890 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF51 HVH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 79,890 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 79,873 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 77,138 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2016 72,488 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 69,483 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 66,083 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 63,302 miles

155/70r13 fitted on front and 145/80r13 on rear

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

both rear tyres starting to perish

exhaust system corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2012 61,452 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 57,429 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 44,581 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 40,484 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Sep 2008 35,556 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 35,556 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 33,594 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 25,068 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 17,766 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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KF51 HVH is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KF51 HVH, 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 KF51 HVH registered?

KF51 HVH is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is KF51 HVH safe to buy?

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