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D629 PBH

1987 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

63,957 mi
Last recorded63,957 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Suzuki Swift57,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD629 PBH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 May 2026 63,957 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Oct 2024 63,894 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 63,661 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 63,161 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 63,155 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 62,966 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 62,911 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 62,470 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 61,051 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 60,752 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 59,270 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 58,611 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 56,840 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 56,829 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 56,801 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 56,801 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 56,784 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 56,674 miles

N/S/R brakes binding slightly

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2010 56,674 miles

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

N/S/R brakes binding slightly

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 56,646 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 56,490 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 56,304 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 56,077 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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D629 PBH is a 1987 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 D629 PBH, 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

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What year was D629 PBH registered?

D629 PBH is a 1987 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 January 1987.

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The MOT history for D629 PBH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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