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VX51 VNS

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

2,228 mi
Last recorded2,228 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 VNS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 2,228 miles

Free play in steering.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 88,064 miles

front coil springs corroded badly

front cross memeber corrosion

front flexi hoses ferrules corroded

rear fuel lines corroded

Fail 22 Jul 2013 88,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front coil springs corroded badly

front cross memeber corrosion

front flexi hoses ferrules corroded

rear fuel lines corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2012 84,294 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 79,689 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 74,416 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2010 74,416 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 69,174 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 64,800 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 64,800 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 60,398 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 56,849 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 52,932 miles

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

offside door mirror cover damaged

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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VX51 VNS is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VX51 VNS, 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 VX51 VNS registered?

VX51 VNS is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is VX51 VNS safe to buy?

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