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ST51 NXV

2001 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Red Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 993cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 91,586 miles on the clock, averaging 8,596 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. 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 ST51 NXV

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,586
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
8,596

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading91,586 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,006
Average per year8,596
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ST51 NXV 73k77k82k87k92k '06'08'07

Check ST51 NXV

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,586 miles
Since last MOT+9,006 miles
PASS
Mileage82,580 miles
Since last MOT+9,864 miles
PASS
Mileage72,716 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,712 miles

🔧 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

RegistrationST51 NXV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeST — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About ST51 NXV

What car is ST51 NXV?

ST51 NXV is an red Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Dundee in 2001.

What is the mileage of ST51 NXV?

The last recorded mileage for ST51 NXV was 91,586 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ST51 NXV passed its MOT?

ST51 NXV has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Sep 2008.

Is ST51 NXV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST51 NXV 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 ST51 NXV?

ST51 NXV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.