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P699 KVV

1997 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

28,646 mi
Last recorded28,646 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP699 KVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 28,646 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 25,613 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 25,613 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 22,834 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 22,826 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearside front tyre show signs deterioration & wearing on outer shoulder.

offside front tyre show signs deterioration.

Pass 14 Apr 2011 19,606 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 19,601 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

All four tyres show signs of age deterioration.

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 16,085 miles

All four tyres showing age deterioration.

Battery insecure

Pass 15 Apr 2009 15,045 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 14,735 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 16 Apr 2008 14,733 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Battery insecure

Pass 18 Apr 2007 13,080 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 9,588 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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P699 KVV is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P699 KVV, 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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P699 KVV is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is P699 KVV safe to buy?

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