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WV51 MZD

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2016
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

92,098 mi
Last recorded92,098 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV51 MZD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2017 92,098 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all suspension bushes poor condition

corrosion of body ,floor and sill areas

idle speed very high

offside headlamp beam pattern poor

rear bumper damaged

Fail 11 Oct 2016 91,969 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 89,272 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 82,091 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 82,091 miles

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

engine lumpy running

Pass 26 Sep 2013 73,990 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

various suspension and brake components coroded

Fail 26 Sep 2013 73,990 miles

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

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

n/s/r brake slight grabbing

various suspension and brake components coroded

Pass 29 Sep 2012 69,868 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 66,201 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 62,503 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 62,503 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Fail 2 Oct 2009 53,711 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)

both rear suspension arms very rusty

front brake discs and pads getting low

slight damage n/s door mirror

Pass 2 Oct 2009 53,711 miles

both rear suspension arms very rusty

front brake discs and pads getting low

slight damage n/s door mirror

Pass 3 Oct 2008 45,026 miles

wear on front discs

Fail 3 Oct 2008 45,026 miles

Centre Stop lamp does not face the rear (1.2.1a)

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

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

wear on front discs

Pass 5 Sep 2007 37,464 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 30,682 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 23,895 miles

front brake pads getting low

Fail 3 Sep 2005 23,895 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake pads getting low

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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WV51 MZD is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 WV51 MZD, 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.

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What year was WV51 MZD registered?

WV51 MZD is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 September 2001.

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