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L986 EPL

1994 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,650 mi
Last recorded4,650 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2009
Typical for 1994 Suzuki Swift60,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL986 EPL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2009 4,650 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 4,641 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 508 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 508 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 95,750 miles

both outersills corroded

front tyres worn

nsr light lense cracked

Pass 11 Jul 2006 89,616 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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L986 EPL is a 1994 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 60,804 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 L986 EPL, 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 32 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 L986 EPL registered?

L986 EPL is a 1994 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 1994.

Is L986 EPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L986 EPL shows 6 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 L986 EPL have outstanding finance?

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