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H185 CNJ

1991 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1991 Suzuki Swift53,286 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH185 CNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2012

vehicle body slightly corroded

Fail 2 Mar 2012 102,125 miles

Brake valve damaged (3.6.A.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

front brake disks worn

oil leak

underbody slightly corrodded

Fail 31 Jan 2012 2,116 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 1,179 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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H185 CNJ is a 1991 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 H185 CNJ, 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.

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What year was H185 CNJ registered?

H185 CNJ is a 1991 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 May 1991.

Is H185 CNJ safe to buy?

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Does H185 CNJ have outstanding finance?

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