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WM51 BPX

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

66,047 mi
Last recorded66,047 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM51 BPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2015 66,047 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 66,047 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive emission too high (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 56,258 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 39,888 miles

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

both rear tyres perished

slight noise n/s/r wheel bearing

slight noise o/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 12 Nov 2013 39,779 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

both rear tyres perished

slight noise n/s/r wheel bearing

slight noise o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 18 Dec 2012 31,769 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 24,955 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 24,098 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 24,098 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 22,537 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 19,219 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 19,219 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 19,215 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

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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WM51 BPX 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 61.5%.

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 WM51 BPX, 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 WM51 BPX registered?

WM51 BPX is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is WM51 BPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM51 BPX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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