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C19 LMW

1997 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

201 mi
Last recorded201 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC19 LMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 201 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2025 193 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 93,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear fuel filter weeping

Pass 5 Sep 2022 92,735 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 91,597 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 91,565 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 87,784 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 80,843 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 74,887 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 67,764 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished/cracked

Offside Rear tyre perished/cracked

Pass 13 Aug 2016 59,421 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 52,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 45,120 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 37,961 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 30,932 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 24,382 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 20,750 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 20,628 miles

Both rear tyre side walls cracked

Pass 23 Jul 2008 20,467 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 19,841 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 19,006 miles

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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C19 LMW is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 58,844 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C19 LMW, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C19 LMW registered?

C19 LMW is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is C19 LMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C19 LMW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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