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D916 STU

1987 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,527 mi
Last recorded98,527 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2011
Typical for 1987 Suzuki Swift57,588 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD916 STU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2011 98,527 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 98,527 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 94,159 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 96,688 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 96,688 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 87,116 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 87,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 83,796 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 83,795 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 80,155 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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D916 STU is a 1987 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 D916 STU, 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 D916 STU?

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What year was D916 STU registered?

D916 STU is a 1987 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 April 1987.

Is D916 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D916 STU shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D916 STU have outstanding finance?

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