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LR51 MBY

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,080 mi
Last recorded74,080 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 MBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 74,080 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 71,912 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general corrosion on underside

Fail 20 Apr 2020 71,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general corrosion on underside

Pass 20 Jul 2018 64,183 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 58,682 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 45,711 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 45,711 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 26,596 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 25,915 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 19 Sep 2012 24,457 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 23,038 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 21,460 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 19,864 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 17,673 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 15,640 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 15,640 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 13,210 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 10,816 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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LR51 MBY is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LR51 MBY, 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 LR51 MBY registered?

LR51 MBY is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is LR51 MBY safe to buy?

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