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RA51 DGU

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

76,745 mi
Last recorded76,745 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 DGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 76,745 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 76,745 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2016 63,719 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 51,518 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 47,789 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2014 47,789 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 43,811 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 38,757 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

general corrosion to vehicle underside

Fail 27 Jun 2012 38,757 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

general corrosion to vehicle underside

Pass 9 Jun 2011 34,515 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 31,531 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 28,534 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 28,534 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 25,782 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 22,292 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 18,906 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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RA51 DGU is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver 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 RA51 DGU, 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 RA51 DGU registered?

RA51 DGU is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is RA51 DGU safe to buy?

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