Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2009 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1586cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 82,970 miles on the clock, averaging 5,020 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 M16A engine is known for m16a. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for CA09 LAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,970 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,020 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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+).
M16A
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CA09 LAE |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1586cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About CA09 LAE
What car is CA09 LAE?
CA09 LAE is a red Suzuki Swift, petrol (1586cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2009.
What is the mileage of CA09 LAE?
The last recorded mileage for CA09 LAE was 82,970 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA09 LAE passed its MOT?
CA09 LAE has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2025.
Is CA09 LAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA09 LAE 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 CA09 LAE?
CA09 LAE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.