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P159 OUM

1997 Suzuki Swift

Turquoise Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,090 mi
Last recorded87,090 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP159 OUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2008 87,090 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 87,082 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 77,517 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 71,562 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 60,230 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 60,230 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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P159 OUM is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Turquoise with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P159 OUM, 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.

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What year was P159 OUM registered?

P159 OUM is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P159 OUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P159 OUM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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