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AP09 CVL

2009 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

132,326 mi
Last recorded132,326 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Swift57,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP09 CVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2021 132,326 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 122,303 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 122,303 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 116,719 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 116,719 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side 501 (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 102,002 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 102,002 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working 380 (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 84,271 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 Aug 2016 84,271 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 74,909 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 63,576 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 46,848 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 35,392 miles

nearside front tyre becoming worn

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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AP09 CVL is a 2009 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 AP09 CVL, 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.

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What year was AP09 CVL registered?

AP09 CVL is a 2009 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 July 2009.

Is AP09 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP09 CVL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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