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E43 VCM

1988 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,221 mi
Last recorded63,221 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2006
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Swift51,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE43 VCM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2006 63,221 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 63,221 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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E43 VCM is a 1988 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E43 VCM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E43 VCM?

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What year was E43 VCM registered?

E43 VCM is a 1988 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 January 1988.

Is E43 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E43 VCM 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 E43 VCM have outstanding finance?

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