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N409 OYL

1996 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

15,682 mi
Last recorded15,682 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Swift60,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN409 OYL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021 15,682 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 15,348 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 15,346 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 14,935 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 14,935 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2018 14,566 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 14,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre is cracking

Offside Front Tyre is cracking

Offside Rear Tyre is cracking

Pass 9 Mar 2016 13,839 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 13,414 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 13,411 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front bumper is slightly insecure

Oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2014 12,976 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 12,975 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 12,758 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 12,757 miles

Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 12,364 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 12,364 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 11,793 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 11,793 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 11,235 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 10,717 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 10,717 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2008 10,324 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 9,934 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 9,502 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 9,502 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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N409 OYL is a 1996 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 N409 OYL, 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.

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What year was N409 OYL registered?

N409 OYL is a 1996 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N409 OYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N409 OYL shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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