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N429 YKP

1996 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,704 mi
Last recorded81,704 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Swift60,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN429 YKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 81,704 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 76,334 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 73,676 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 73,676 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 72,233 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Sep 2011 72,233 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 70,961 miles

Both boot struts very weak.

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 68,608 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 66,926 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 62,882 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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N429 YKP is a 1996 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N429 YKP, 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 N429 YKP registered?

N429 YKP is a 1996 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 20 February 1996.

Is N429 YKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N429 YKP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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