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YR09 VBN

2009 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,406 mi
Last recorded88,406 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR09 VBN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 88,406 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 83,408 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 83,408 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 78,095 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush TOP (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 78,095 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush TOP (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 71,478 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 61,070 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 53,718 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 45,843 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 45,843 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 37,812 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2015 37,812 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 30,314 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 24,163 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 18,692 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 14,117 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 VBN is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VBN, 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 VBN registered?

YR09 VBN is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is YR09 VBN safe to buy?

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