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M198 HDL

1995 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,772 mi
Last recorded7,772 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Swift62,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM198 HDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 7,772 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 2,555 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 97,453 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 95,626 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 93,457 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 93,456 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 91,190 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 88,911 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 88,909 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 86,613 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 83,021 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 83,021 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2006 77,912 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 77,912 miles

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

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

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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M198 HDL is a 1995 Suzuki Swift in White with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 62,011 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 M198 HDL, 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 31 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 M198 HDL registered?

M198 HDL is a 1995 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 March 1995.

Is M198 HDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M198 HDL shows 14 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.

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