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YR51 YSA

2001 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourSilver
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 56,764 miles on the clock, averaging 2,980 miles per year, well 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 YR51 YSA

MOT Status
Due date passed
56,764
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
2,980

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

Low mileage
Latest reading56,764 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,556
Average per year2,980
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR51 YSA 35k40k46k51k57k '05'13'09

Check YR51 YSA

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage56,764 miles
Since last MOT+3,556 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,208 miles
Since last MOT+408 miles
PASS
Mileage52,800 miles
Since last MOT+3,475 miles
PASS
Mileage49,325 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,325 miles
Since last MOT+714 miles
PASS
Mileage48,611 miles
Since last MOT+8,004 miles
PASS
Mileage40,607 miles
Since last MOT+5,955 miles
PASS
Mileage34,652 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

RegistrationYR51 YSA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YR51 YSA

What car is YR51 YSA?

YR51 YSA is a silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2001.

What is the mileage of YR51 YSA?

The last recorded mileage for YR51 YSA was 56,764 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR51 YSA passed its MOT?

YR51 YSA has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 1 Mar 2013.

Is YR51 YSA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR51 YSA 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 YR51 YSA?

YR51 YSA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.