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N851 SPR

1996 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

7,426 mi
Last recorded7,426 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Swift60,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN851 SPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2014 7,426 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 914 miles

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

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

Oil leak

screw in o/s/r tyre

Pass 26 Sep 2012 95,326 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 89,058 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 88,003 miles

NOTE plastic covers fitted preventing full inspection

brake pipes starting to corrode

suspension arms getting rusty

Pass 25 Sep 2009 87,695 miles

NOTE plastic covers fitted

rear suspension arms getting rusty

Fail 23 Sep 2009 87,674 miles

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

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

NOTE plastic covers fitted

o/s & n/s outer sills getting very rusty

rear suspension arms getting rusty

Pass 11 Sep 2008 86,705 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 85,434 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2006 84,950 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Spare tyre defective

n/s rear tyre starting to perish

o/s & n/s rear lower suspension arms getting very rusty

o/s front tyre starting to perish

Pass 4 Aug 2006 84,950 miles

Spare tyre defective

n/s rear tyre starting to perish

o/s & n/s rear lower suspension arms getting very rusty

o/s front tyre starting to perish

Pass 26 Aug 2005 84,787 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 84,784 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

o/s & n/s rear tyre sidewalls perishing

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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N851 SPR is a 1996 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N851 SPR, 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

How do I check the history of N851 SPR?

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What year was N851 SPR registered?

N851 SPR is a 1996 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 February 1996.

Is N851 SPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N851 SPR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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