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M189 YBK

1994 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,207 mi
Last recorded78,207 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2012
Typical for 1994 Suzuki Swift60,804 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM189 YBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2012 78,207 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 69,798 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 67,465 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 64,717 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 63,179 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 61,552 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 61,552 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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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M189 YBK is a 1994 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M189 YBK, 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 M189 YBK registered?

M189 YBK is a 1994 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 December 1994.

Is M189 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M189 YBK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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