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YR09 SDZ

2009 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,476 mi
Last recorded55,476 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR09 SDZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 55,476 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 46,988 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 40,928 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 40,927 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 40,075 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 38,799 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 37,474 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 35,391 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 32,642 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 32,641 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 29,431 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 26,597 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 23,248 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 19,662 miles

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

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 23 Apr 2013 16,224 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 12,774 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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YR09 SDZ is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YR09 SDZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR09 SDZ registered?

YR09 SDZ is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is YR09 SDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR09 SDZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR09 SDZ have outstanding finance?

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