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F470 HFG

1988 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,712 mi
Last recorded73,712 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2007
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Swift51,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF470 HFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2007 73,712 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Feb 2006 72,496 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 72,496 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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F470 HFG is a 1988 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F470 HFG, 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 F470 HFG?

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What year was F470 HFG registered?

F470 HFG is a 1988 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F470 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F470 HFG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F470 HFG have outstanding finance?

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