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2009 Suzuki Swift 1.5L Petrol · X5 CAU

X5 CAU

2009 Suzuki Swift (1.5L, petrol). First registered 30 Oct 2009. Recorded mileage 75,089 miles. MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
SUZUKI SWIFT
Year / Origin
2009 · Export Allocation
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
75,089 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2009
Engine
1490cc
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X5 CAU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2026
  • 75,089 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

X5 CAU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Oct 2026, 17:21
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Suzuki Swift (X5 CAU) between July 2022 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 27 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

X5 CAU Mileage History

  1. 14/07/202248,180 mi
  2. 03/08/202354,627 mi+6,447 mi
  3. 03/08/202354,627 mi
  4. 31/03/202567,107 mi+12,480 mi
  5. 27/03/202675,089 mi+7,982 mi

Average of roughly 7,269 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Swift (Mk1/ZC31S)

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2009 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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