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F977 VJT

1988 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,324 mi
Last recorded77,324 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2010
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Swift51,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF977 VJT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2010 77,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 77,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 65,799 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 61,695 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 61,695 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 58,501 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2006 55,674 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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F977 VJT is a 1988 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F977 VJT, 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

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What year was F977 VJT registered?

F977 VJT is a 1988 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 November 1988.

Is F977 VJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F977 VJT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F977 VJT have outstanding finance?

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