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D501 XPA

1986 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,510 mi
Last recorded92,510 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2008
Typical for 1986 Suzuki Swift52,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD501 XPA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2008 92,510 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 90,085 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 85,565 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

air intake hose split

brake pedal makes cluncking noise when fully depressed

near side rear tyre perished

off side and near side rear lower shock absorber bushes deteriated but not resulting in excessive play

rear number plate has advance deteriaion

Fail 12 Sep 2006 85,565 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

air intake hose split

brake pedal makes cluncking noise when fully depressed

near side and off side rear lower shock absorber bushes deteriated but has no excessive play

near side rear tyre perished

rear number plate has advance deteriotion

Pass 14 Sep 2005 80,103 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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D501 XPA is a 1986 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 52,014 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 D501 XPA, 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 40 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D501 XPA?

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What year was D501 XPA registered?

D501 XPA is a 1986 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 2 September 1986.

Is D501 XPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D501 XPA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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