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B259 XNM

1985 Suzuki Swift

Beige Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

98,121 mi
Last recorded98,121 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2009
Typical for 1985 Suzuki Swift49,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB259 XNM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2009 98,121 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all wheel arches are corroded

o/s sill is corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2008 95,476 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 20 Jun 2008 95,476 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 930,481 miles

ADVISE: INDICATOR STALK LOOSE † †ADVISE: REAR SHOCKS SHROUDS ADVANCE CORROSION † †ADVISE: FRONT NO PLATE CRAKED

Pass 8 Jun 2006 90,243 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 90,243 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

ADVISE: NEARSIDE REAR SHOCK SHROUD STARTING TO DISINGTERGRATE

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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B259 XNM is a 1985 Suzuki Swift in Beige with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 49,564 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B259 XNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B259 XNM registered?

B259 XNM is a 1985 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 February 1985.

Is B259 XNM safe to buy?

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