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P232 GKE

1996 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,723 mi
Last recorded53,723 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Swift60,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 GKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 53,723 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 52,398 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 50,897 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 50,897 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 49,203 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 47,307 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 47,307 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 44,714 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 42,706 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 42,706 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 40,329 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 40,329 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 37,793 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 34,933 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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P232 GKE is a 1996 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P232 GKE, 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

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What year was P232 GKE registered?

P232 GKE is a 1996 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P232 GKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P232 GKE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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