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P469 LKO

1997 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,859 mi
Last recorded34,859 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP469 LKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 34,859 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2025 34,859 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 34,621 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 34,322 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 33,940 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 33,605 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 33,309 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 32,721 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 32,011 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 32,375 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 30,902 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 30,354 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 30,354 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 29,686 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 28,730 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 27,561 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 26,533 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 25,386 miles

both front tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 12 Jun 2008 24,161 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 22,947 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 21,653 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2005 20,346 miles

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

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

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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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P469 LKO is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P469 LKO, 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 P469 LKO registered?

P469 LKO is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P469 LKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P469 LKO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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