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H142 LJO

1991 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,612 mi
Last recorded107,612 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2015
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Swift53,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH142 LJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2015 107,612 miles

slight corrosion under vehicle

Pass 8 Aug 2014 106,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 14 Feb 2013 105,021 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 104,989 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 3,795 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

front and rear brake disks worn

offside front light lens slightly cracked

Pass 18 Jun 2009 90,597 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 90,570 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 83,610 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 83,573 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2007 79,580 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 76,089 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2005 76,089 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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H142 LJO is a 1991 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 53,286 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 H142 LJO, 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 35 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 H142 LJO registered?

H142 LJO is a 1991 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 January 1991.

Is H142 LJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H142 LJO shows 12 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.

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