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YH51 JXL

2001 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Blue Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourBlue
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 70,374 miles on the clock, averaging 6,956 miles per year, below 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 YH51 JXL

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,374
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
6,956

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading70,374 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,956
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YH51 JXL 49k54k60k65k70k '06'09'08

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,374 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,374 miles
Since last MOT+6,808 miles
PASS
Mileage63,566 miles
Since last MOT+7,348 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,218 miles
Since last MOT+7,235 miles
PASS
Mileage48,983 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

RegistrationYH51 JXL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYH — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YH51 JXL

What car is YH51 JXL?

YH51 JXL is a blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Leeds in 2001.

What is the mileage of YH51 JXL?

The last recorded mileage for YH51 JXL was 70,374 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YH51 JXL passed its MOT?

YH51 JXL has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2009.

Is YH51 JXL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH51 JXL 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 YH51 JXL?

YH51 JXL is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.