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At a glance
This 2001 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 7 (46% pass rate). It has 842 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 SF51 DNN
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 842 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -91,298 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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. 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
| Registration | SF51 DNN |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 993cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SF — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SF51 DNN
What car is SF51 DNN?
SF51 DNN is an red Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2001.
What is the mileage of SF51 DNN?
The last recorded mileage for SF51 DNN was 842 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF51 DNN passed its MOT?
SF51 DNN has had 13 MOT tests with a 46% pass rate (6 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 18 Apr 2013.
Is SF51 DNN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF51 DNN 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 SF51 DNN?
SF51 DNN is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.