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Suzuki Swift

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,298 cc

Y38 AABMOT history

Y38 AAB is a green petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 49,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2023
Mileage
49,668 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y38 AAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y38 AAB was last recorded at 49,668 miles on 1 Mar 2022, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Feb 2016: 7,349 miles, lower than 99,396 miles on 21 Feb 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
49,648 miles · 22 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 49,668 miles
  • 2021 – 42,714 miles
  • 2020 – 40,258 miles
  • 2019 – 32,403 miles
  • 2018 – 24,317 miles
  • 2017 – 16,307 miles
  • 2016 – 7,349 miles
  • 2015 – 99,396 miles
  • 2014 – 93,347 miles
  • 2013 – 83,701 miles
  • 2012 – 82,160 miles
  • 2011 – 80,820 miles
  • 2010 – 75,795 miles
  • 2009 – 65,263 miles
  • 2008 – 54,639 miles
  • 2007 – 39,922 miles
  • 2006 – 38,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,668 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILLS AND FLOOR (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,668 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    49,668 miles
    Test number
    585711758786
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILLS AND FLOOR (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail49,648 miles (+6,934)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,648 miles
    Test number
    437312888866
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting ns sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting os sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass42,714 miles (+2,456)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    42,714 miles
    Test number
    465351092014
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass40,258 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    40,258 miles
    Test number
    560335342531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail40,243 miles (+7,840)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,243 miles
    Test number
    488336633732
    • MajorCentral Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill as marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass32,403 miles (+8,086)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    32,403 miles
    Test number
    370903285542
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass24,317 miles (+8,010)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    24,317 miles
    Test number
    301553108279
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryWiperblades

  8. Pass16,307 miles (+8,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    16,307 miles
    Test number
    315975260787
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass7,349 miles (-92,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    7,349 miles
    Test number
    163550007384
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass99,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    99,396 miles
    Test number
    798872355033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,396 miles (+6,049)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,396 miles
    Test number
    985211655099
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  12. Pass93,347 miles (+9,646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    93,347 miles
    Test number
    128342244446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass83,701 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    83,701 miles
    Test number
    766727033049
    • NoteBoth rear tyres = 2.5mm tread
    • NoteFront number plate starting to delaminate
    • NoteN/s/f indicator lens cracked
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe corroding
    • NoteRear indicators fading colour

  14. Fail83,701 miles (+1,541)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,701 miles
    Test number
    736577933044
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres = 2.5mm tread
    • NoteFront number plate starting to delaminate
    • NoteN/s/f indicator lens cracked
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe corroding
    • NoteRear indicators fading colour

  15. Pass82,160 miles (+20)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    82,160 miles
    Test number
    919540822048
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes corroding
    • NoteN/s/f indicator lens cracked
    • NoteWindscreen chipped

  16. Fail82,140 miles (+1,320)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,140 miles
    Test number
    807246812022
    • FailureOffside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes corroding
    • NoteN/s/f indicator lens cracked
    • NoteWindscreen chipped

  17. Pass80,820 miles (+5,025)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    80,820 miles
    Test number
    687738311004
    • NoteN/s/f tyre 2mm in centre ,o/s/f tyre 2.5mm in centre
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear + n/s/f brake pipes

  18. Pass75,795 miles (+10,532)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,795 miles
    Test number
    122200620489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,263 miles (+10,624)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    65,263 miles
    Test number
    351726119049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,639 miles (+14,717)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,639 miles
    Test number
    554579518018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,922 miles (+1,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,922 miles
    Test number
    294082227095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass38,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    38,756 miles
    Test number
    984666136180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y38 AAB

Does Y38 AAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y38 AAB expired on 28 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y38 AAB?
The MOT on Y38 AAB expired on 28 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y38 AAB done?
Y38 AAB was recorded at 49,668 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2022, an average of 691 miles a year.
Has Y38 AAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y38 AAB has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y38 AAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Feb 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y38 AAB find?
Y38 AAB passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills and floor; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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