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At a glance
This 2009 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 22,729 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for AY09 GUW
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Reported issues for this Suzuki Swift
These are the most commonly reported problems on Suzuki Swift models (2004–2010), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Premature gearbox bearing wear
Input shaft bearings wear early, causing noise from degraded lubrication and metal-on-metal contact. · Typical repair: £300-£500 (bearing replacement + labour; full box rebuild £800+ if trashed).
Noisy brakes (grinding/squealing)
Rear brake calipers or pads suffer uneven wear or poor dust seals, leading to vibration-induced noise. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (caliper service/seals or pad replacement).
Front suspension bush wear and squeaking
Front lower control arm bushes (rubber tears/cracks) from poor compound quality. · Typical repair: £120-£250 (bush replacement per side).
Steering rack knocking
Rack gaiter splits or internal bush wear causes play and clunks. · Typical repair: £200-£400 (gaiters/bushes; full rack £600+).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AY09 GUW |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About AY09 GUW
What car is AY09 GUW?
AY09 GUW is an white Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2009.
What is the mileage of AY09 GUW?
The last recorded mileage for AY09 GUW was 22,729 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY09 GUW passed its MOT?
AY09 GUW has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2012.
Is AY09 GUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY09 GUW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AY09 GUW?
AY09 GUW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.