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N71 SHO

1996 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

74,651 mi
Last recorded74,651 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Swift60,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN71 SHO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2016 74,651 miles

engine mount slight movements

engine shaking time off test

exhaust system corroding

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Jun 2016 74,529 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

engine mount slight movements

engine shaking time off test

exhaust system corroding

Pass 8 Jun 2015 71,678 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust system corroding

Pass 20 Jun 2014 66,299 miles

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

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

Oil leak sump gasket?

n/s mirror slight insecure

Pass 22 Jun 2013 61,072 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leaking from sump areas

both front track rod ends dust covers very slightly parishing

n/s/f steering inner rod slight play

Fail 22 Jun 2013 61,072 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leaking from sump areas

both front track rod ends dust covers very slightly parishing

n/s/f steering inner rod slight play

Pass 30 Jun 2012 56,248 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 56,248 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 51,965 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 51,965 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 47,241 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 47,072 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 44,735 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 42,161 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 40,789 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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N71 SHO is a 1996 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N71 SHO, 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 N71 SHO registered?

N71 SHO is a 1996 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 19 March 1996.

Is N71 SHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N71 SHO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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