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P132 DCN

1997 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,147 mi
Last recorded33,147 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP132 DCN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2008 33,147 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 30,634 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 27,942 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 27,942 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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P132 DCN is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 58,844 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 P132 DCN, 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 29 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 P132 DCN?

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What year was P132 DCN registered?

P132 DCN is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is P132 DCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P132 DCN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P132 DCN have outstanding finance?

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