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PN51 XTB

2001 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

91,175 mi
Last recorded91,175 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN51 XTB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2011 91,175 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2011 91,174 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 86,134 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 16 Sep 2010 86,134 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 78,947 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 68,427 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 68,427 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 51,465 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 46,461 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 40,577 miles

nearside door mirror glass missing serv on test

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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PN51 XTB is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PN51 XTB, 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 PN51 XTB registered?

PN51 XTB is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is PN51 XTB safe to buy?

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