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MU51 BVY

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,579 mi
Last recorded50,579 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 BVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 50,579 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 45,533 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 40,701 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 39,280 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 37,494 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 35,290 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 33,647 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 33,647 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 28,195 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

Offside 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)

o/s/r tyre cracked on outer wall

Pass 3 Aug 2009 22,552 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 18,394 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 16,836 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 14,722 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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MU51 BVY is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MU51 BVY, 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 MU51 BVY registered?

MU51 BVY is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is MU51 BVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU51 BVY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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