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YK51 XLF

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

44,865 mi
Last recorded44,865 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK51 XLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2015 44,865 miles

Nearside Rear arch corroded

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Rear arch corroded

rear bumper insecure

Fail 18 Dec 2015 44,865 miles

Nearside Rear arch corroded

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Rear arch corroded

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

rear bumper insecure

Fail 15 Dec 2015 44,842 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer cill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer cill (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear arch corroded

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Rear arch corroded

rear bumper insecure

Pass 3 Nov 2014 39,606 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 39,606 miles

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)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 35,603 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 35,601 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 34,170 miles

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)

Fail 25 Jan 2012 34,168 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 18 Jan 2011 32,127 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 32,127 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 29,878 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 26,974 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 25,501 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 25,497 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

fuel pipes corroding

Pass 20 Jul 2006 23,393 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

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 XLF is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 YK51 XLF, 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 YK51 XLF registered?

YK51 XLF is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YK51 XLF safe to buy?

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