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N264 JWR

1996 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

53,088 mi
Last recorded53,088 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Swift60,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN264 JWR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 53,088 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 53,088 miles

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

registration plate deteriorated both (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 52,878 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 52,548 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 51,842 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 51,842 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 6 Sep 2012 50,628 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 50,628 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 49,690 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 47,645 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 47,645 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 45,500 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 44,112 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 42,517 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 42,517 miles

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 41,186 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 41,186 miles

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

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

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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N264 JWR is a 1996 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 N264 JWR, 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 N264 JWR registered?

N264 JWR is a 1996 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 11 March 1996.

Is N264 JWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N264 JWR shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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