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E285 EWV

1988 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,505 mi
Last recorded32,505 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Swift51,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE285 EWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 32,505 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 31,406 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 31,392 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 30,040 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 29,986 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 29,343 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 28,513 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 27,819 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 27,155 miles

both rear tyres are cracking and worn

offside rear tyre has a nail in the tread. If it is a punture it cannot be repaired due to it's location

slight webbing damage to nearside rear seatbelt and centre belt

upper bodywork is corroded, mainly around the windowscreen area

Pass 25 Jun 2009 26,487 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 25,531 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 25,531 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 25,173 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 24,472 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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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E285 EWV is a 1988 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 51,811 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 E285 EWV, 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 38 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E285 EWV registered?

E285 EWV is a 1988 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 April 1988.

Is E285 EWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E285 EWV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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