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N254 TJT

1996 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

99,119 mi
Last recorded99,119 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Swift60,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN254 TJT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 99,119 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 5 Feb 2018 99,118 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL (5.2.6)

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Jan 2017 96,665 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 94,085 miles

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

OIL LEAK

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 91,355 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2014 88,447 miles

Engine oil leak.

Front brake pads getting low.

Pass 15 Jan 2013 85,868 miles

Brake fluid low.

Front brake pads appear low.

N/S/F tyre low tread outer edge.

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear exhaust box poor condition.

Pass 16 Jan 2012 83,206 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 80,388 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 77,332 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 74,299 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 71,249 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 67,967 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 64,470 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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N254 TJT is a 1996 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 60,134 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 N254 TJT, 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 30 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 N254 TJT registered?

N254 TJT is a 1996 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N254 TJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N254 TJT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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