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N69 JFR

1996 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,373 mi
Last recorded70,373 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Swift60,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN69 JFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 70,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2012 69,058 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

engine light flashes

o/s/f,o/s/r,n/s/r tread splitting

Fail 1 Feb 2012 69,058 miles

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

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

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

engine light flashes

o/s/f,o/s/r,n/s/r tread splitting

Pass 29 Jan 2011 66,100 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 64,029 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 61,338 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 58,064 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 54,666 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside inner cv boot leaking grease

Pass 3 Feb 2006 51,028 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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N69 JFR is a 1996 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N69 JFR, 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 N69 JFR registered?

N69 JFR is a 1996 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N69 JFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N69 JFR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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