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 2009 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 53,302 miles on the clock, averaging 3,235 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for ML09 RDZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,302 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,235 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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+).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML09 RDZ |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About ML09 RDZ
What car is ML09 RDZ?
ML09 RDZ is an red Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Manchester in 2009.
What is the mileage of ML09 RDZ?
The last recorded mileage for ML09 RDZ was 53,302 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML09 RDZ passed its MOT?
ML09 RDZ has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2025.
Is ML09 RDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML09 RDZ 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 ML09 RDZ?
ML09 RDZ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.