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P156 GKO

1997 Suzuki Swift

Turquoise Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

60,882 mi
Last recorded60,882 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP156 GKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 60,882 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 60,882 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 59,695 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 58,831 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 57,104 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 55,465 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 53,522 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2016 53,522 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 57,534 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 49,502 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 47,081 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 45,254 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 43,356 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 41,127 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 39,248 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 36,448 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 36,448 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 33,943 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 31,064 miles

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

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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P156 GKO is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Turquoise with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P156 GKO, 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

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What year was P156 GKO registered?

P156 GKO is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P156 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P156 GKO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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