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YH09 LEJ

2009 Suzuki Swift

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

87,418 mi
Last recorded87,418 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH09 LEJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 87,418 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 82,884 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 79,205 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2021 79,205 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 76,129 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 73,112 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 69,893 miles

Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened both leg top bushes (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 69,893 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened both leg top bushes (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 64,487 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 60,273 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both (2.5.B.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 53,617 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 53,617 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 46,797 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 40,764 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 33,958 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 24,618 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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YH09 LEJ is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 57,936 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 YH09 LEJ, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YH09 LEJ registered?

YH09 LEJ is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 March 2009.

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