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LY51 GFX

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,263 mi
Last recorded79,263 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 GFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2013 79,263 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2013 79,263 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 72,384 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2012 72,384 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 87,261 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 57,439 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 49,707 miles

off side rear tyre tread slight crackes

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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LY51 GFX is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LY51 GFX, 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

How do I check the history of LY51 GFX?

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What year was LY51 GFX registered?

LY51 GFX is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is LY51 GFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY51 GFX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY51 GFX have outstanding finance?

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