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VN51 FXM

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

92,057 mi
Last recorded92,057 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN51 FXM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 92,057 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Feb 2016 92,056 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 87,328 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 80,758 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 74,379 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 67,777 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2012 67,777 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 61,132 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 53,944 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 53,944 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 46,557 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 4 Feb 2008 41,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 41,028 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 34,827 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 27,246 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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VN51 FXM is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VN51 FXM, 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 VN51 FXM registered?

VN51 FXM is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is VN51 FXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN51 FXM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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