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YS09 JVG

2009 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

49,116 mi
Last recorded49,116 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS09 JVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 49,116 miles

Headlight beam patterns poor

Pass 7 Jan 2025 45,810 miles

Front head lamp beam pattern poor

Front top shocker mount has slight play (both sides)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2024 41,801 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Jan 2023 39,101 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 36,455 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x rear ()

Fail 10 Jan 2022 36,455 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x rear ()

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 34,554 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 34,554 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 33,442 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 32,033 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 32,033 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 31,777 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Sep 2017 30,052 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 27,436 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Sep 2015 25,006 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2014 21,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 21,616 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 18,976 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 3 Aug 2012 17,098 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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YS09 JVG is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YS09 JVG, 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

How do I check the history of YS09 JVG?

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What year was YS09 JVG registered?

YS09 JVG is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 3 August 2009.

Is YS09 JVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS09 JVG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS09 JVG have outstanding finance?

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