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P962 FTA

1997 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,986 mi
Last recorded45,986 miles
Recorded on2 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP962 FTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2009 45,986 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 40,768 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 40,768 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2007 38,628 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

nearside rear tyre wall damaged inner edge

Pass 20 May 2006 34,738 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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P962 FTA is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P962 FTA, 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 P962 FTA registered?

P962 FTA is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 May 1997.

Is P962 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P962 FTA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P962 FTA have outstanding finance?

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