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D509 BPH

1987 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,672 mi
Last recorded79,672 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2005
Typical for 1987 Suzuki Swift57,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD509 BPH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2005 79,672 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2005 79,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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

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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D509 BPH is a 1987 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 57,588 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 D509 BPH, 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 39 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 D509 BPH?

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What year was D509 BPH registered?

D509 BPH is a 1987 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D509 BPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D509 BPH shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D509 BPH have outstanding finance?

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