Vehicle summary
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 1298cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 4,105 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.3 G13A engine is known for 1. carburettor jets and 2. mechanical fuel pump (engine-driven diaphragm type). Common Suzuki Swift issues include 1. rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles) and 2. body rust.
MOT & Mileage History for BN51 CDY
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 4,105 miles |
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| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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. Carburettor jets (main and idle jets in float chamber)
Jets clog with fuel residue, varnish, or tank debris, restricting fuel flow.
2. Mechanical fuel pump (engine-driven diaphragm type)
Diaphragm fails or clogs, starving fuel under load.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN51 CDY |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1298cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BN51 CDY
What car is BN51 CDY?
BN51 CDY is a green Suzuki Swift, petrol (1298cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BN51 CDY?
The last recorded mileage for BN51 CDY was 4,105 miles, recorded on 4 May 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN51 CDY passed its MOT?
BN51 CDY has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2010.
Is BN51 CDY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN51 CDY 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 BN51 CDY?
BN51 CDY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.