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P248 VJO

1996 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,547 mi
Last recorded47,547 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Swift60,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP248 VJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2021 47,547 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength As marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced As marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 40,332 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 38,098 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2019 38,093 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2018 28,755 miles

oil leak

Fail 17 Sep 2018 28,755 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2017 22,779 miles

Rear gear box mount in poor condition

Pass 25 Aug 2016 22,493 miles

slight movement in all engine mounts

Pass 21 Aug 2015 22,168 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 21,015 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 20,624 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 19,535 miles

Both rear tyres and offside front perished

Pass 27 Aug 2011 19,127 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Aug 2011 19,127 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2010 18,505 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 25 Aug 2010 18,487 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 18,096 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 18,091 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 17,606 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 16,743 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 15,841 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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P248 VJO is a 1996 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 P248 VJO, 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.

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P248 VJO is a 1996 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P248 VJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P248 VJO shows 21 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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