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SF51 AWM

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2013
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

71,330 mi
Last recorded71,330 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 AWM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2012 71,330 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Jun 2012 71,193 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2011 68,921 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2011 68,921 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2010 64,764 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 64,764 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 51,337 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

brake pipes corroding

Pass 19 Sep 2007 39,756 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 39,756 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 34,790 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 34,790 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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SF51 AWM is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 SF51 AWM, 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 SF51 AWM?

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What year was SF51 AWM registered?

SF51 AWM is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is SF51 AWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF51 AWM shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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