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AP51 YUA

2001 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Silver Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2001 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 71,109 miles on the clock, averaging 4,251 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 G10A engine is known for 1. head gasket failure (cooling system stress) and 2. cooling fan relay failure. Common Suzuki Swift issues include 1. rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles) and 2. body rust.

MOT & Mileage History for AP51 YUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
71,109
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,251

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading71,109 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,185
Average per year4,251
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP51 YUA 19k32k45k58k71k '06'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage71,109 miles
Since last MOT+8,185 miles
PASS
Mileage62,924 miles
Since last MOT+9,197 miles
PASS
Mileage53,727 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,727 miles
Since last MOT+10,084 miles
PASS
Mileage43,643 miles
Since last MOT+9,820 miles
PASS
Mileage33,823 miles
Since last MOT+1,671 miles
PASS
Mileage32,152 miles
Since last MOT+1,678 miles
PASS
Mileage30,474 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,474 miles
Since last MOT+1,361 miles
PASS
Mileage29,113 miles
Since last MOT+1,836 miles
PASS
Mileage27,277 miles
Since last MOT+1,552 miles
PASS
Mileage25,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,725 miles
Since last MOT+1,629 miles
PASS
Mileage24,096 miles
Since last MOT+2,354 miles
PASS
Mileage21,742 miles
Since last MOT+2,883 miles
PASS
Mileage18,859 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Suzuki Swift

These are the most commonly reported problems on Suzuki Swift models (1984–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles)

Rubber bushes on rear trailing arms crack and split from age/UV/road salt. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (bushes £40/set, 2-3hrs labour indie garage).

2. Body rust – sills, wheel arches, jacking points (all body styles)

Thin factory galvanising fails, rust bubbles/perforates from UK winters/salt. · Typical repair: £400-£1,200 (patch panels/welding, depends on extent).

3. Door lock mechanisms/central locking (all body styles)

Plastic gears in locks wear/strip, barrels seize from dirt. · Typical repair: £80-£200 per door (new barrels/gears cheap, 1hr labour).

1. Head Gasket Failure (Cooling System Stress)

Head gasket fails after prolonged overheating events, typically allowing hot combustion gases to leak into the cooling system.[1]

2. Cooling Fan Relay Failure

Electric radiator fan stops operating, leaving the engine prone to overheating during acceleration or sustained driving.[1]

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 YUA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AP51 YUA

What car is AP51 YUA?

AP51 YUA is an silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Norwich in 2001.

What is the mileage of AP51 YUA?

The last recorded mileage for AP51 YUA was 71,109 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP51 YUA passed its MOT?

AP51 YUA has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 2 Feb 2019.

Is AP51 YUA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP51 YUA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AP51 YUA?

AP51 YUA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.