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P512 NBU

1997 Suzuki Swift

Turquoise Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

64,588 mi
Last recorded64,588 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP512 NBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 64,588 miles

n/s/r tyre low on outer edge

Pass 22 Jun 2016 63,684 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 62,640 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 19 Jun 2014 61,664 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 60,744 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 60,729 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 59,745 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 58,649 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 21 Jun 2010 57,886 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 57,168 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 56,524 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 55,122 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 52,996 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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P512 NBU is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Turquoise with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P512 NBU, 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 P512 NBU registered?

P512 NBU is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is P512 NBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P512 NBU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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