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P417 WNJ

1997 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,707 mi
Last recorded95,707 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP417 WNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2013 95,707 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

rear floor corroded

Fail 3 Oct 2013 95,521 miles

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

rear floor corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2012 84,629 miles

Rad poor

all 4 Shock absorbers have a slightly reduced damping effect

front iner brake disc's worn

wipers poor

Fail 23 Oct 2012 84,415 miles

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rad poor

all 4 Shock absorbers have a slightly reduced damping effect

front iner brake disc's worn

wipers poor

Pass 2 Nov 2011 76,972 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 67,034 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

aux drive belt poor

exhaust rubbers poor

wipers poor

Pass 10 Sep 2009 60,527 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 52,655 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

both front wipers detiorating

both rear brakes slightly binding

dampness to steering rack

Fail 2 Sep 2008 52,547 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

both front wipers detiorating

both rear brakes slightly binding

dampness to steering rack

Pass 25 Sep 2007 45,318 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 39,524 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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P417 WNJ is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P417 WNJ, 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 P417 WNJ registered?

P417 WNJ is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P417 WNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P417 WNJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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