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YK51 XLE

2001 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

69,753 mi
Last recorded69,753 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK51 XLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 69,753 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 69,743 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 69,308 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Slight Corrosion on suspension mounting (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Back box has small hole (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 68,668 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 67,954 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 66,342 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 63,685 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 63,679 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 60,325 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 58,765 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 57,177 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 57,177 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 55,467 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 53,516 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 57,467 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 49,205 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2005 49,205 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

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

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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YK51 XLE is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 YK51 XLE, 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 YK51 XLE registered?

YK51 XLE is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is YK51 XLE safe to buy?

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