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NK51 HVN

2001 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,503 mi
Last recorded61,503 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 HVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 61,503 miles

all body panels damaged exhaust corroded all suspension corroded all brake pipes corroded clutch stiff and worn

Pass 17 May 2016 61,059 miles

all body work damaged

all suspension corroded

headlamps in poor condition

Fail 17 May 2016 61,059 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

all body work damaged

all suspension corroded

headlamps in poor condition

Pass 10 Jun 2015 60,491 miles

body/bumper damage

brake pipes flexis corroding

front brake discs poor

Pass 13 Jun 2014 58,613 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

both bumpers damaged

n/s/f wing damaged

Pass 31 May 2013 54,941 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Oil leak

both bumper bars damaged

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front wing damaged

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 31 May 2013 54,941 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both bumper bars damaged

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front wing damaged

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 12 Jun 2012 51,747 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

front & rear bumpers damaged

nearside front indicator damaged

nearside front wing damaged

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 7 Jun 2011 47,916 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

front & rear bumpers damaged

front brake discs slightly worn

nearside front wing damaged

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 14 Jun 2010 43,160 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 14 Jun 2010 43,160 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 9 Jun 2009 40,455 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front bumper insecure

Pass 9 Jun 2009 40,455 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front bumper insecure

Pass 10 Jun 2008 36,629 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 34,880 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Nov 2005 31,840 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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NK51 HVN 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 75%.

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 NK51 HVN, 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 NK51 HVN registered?

NK51 HVN is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is NK51 HVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK51 HVN shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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