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P156 VWR

1997 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,195 mi
Last recorded43,195 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP156 VWR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2009 43,195 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 40,441 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 37,360 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 34,309 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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P156 VWR 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 100%.

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 VWR, 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 VWR registered?

P156 VWR is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P156 VWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P156 VWR shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P156 VWR have outstanding finance?

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