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P873 UAE

1997 Suzuki Swift

Turquoise Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

76,240 mi
Last recorded76,240 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP873 UAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 76,240 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 74,293 miles

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

both front lower wishbone bushes worn

Pass 11 May 2015 72,061 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 68,534 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 May 2014 68,534 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 May 2013 64,641 miles

r/o/s tyre wall damage

Fail 13 May 2013 64,636 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

r/o/s tyre wall damage

Pass 17 May 2012 60,800 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 May 2012 60,798 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2011 57,497 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 54,539 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 52,278 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 50,360 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 50,357 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 48,861 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 45,244 miles
Pass 19 May 2005 41,135 miles
Fail 18 May 2005 41,119 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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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P873 UAE is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Turquoise with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 P873 UAE, 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

How do I check the history of P873 UAE?

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What year was P873 UAE registered?

P873 UAE is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P873 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P873 UAE shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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