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P967 WKG

1997 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

5,328 mi
Last recorded5,328 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP967 WKG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2012 5,328 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 5,328 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 1,236 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 1,236 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2010 83,565 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2010 83,565 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 74,497 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 61,856 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leaks

n/s/f tyre perished and on the limit

o/s/f tyre perished

o/s/r tyre perished

slight leak from n/s cv boot

Fail 30 May 2006 61,856 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil leaks

n/s/f tyre perished and on the limit

o/s/f tyre perished

o/s/r tyre perished

slight leak from n/s cv boot

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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P967 WKG is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P967 WKG, 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 P967 WKG registered?

P967 WKG is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P967 WKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P967 WKG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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