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S265 VGV

1999 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,789 mi
Last recorded63,789 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2010
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS265 VGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2010 63,789 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 57,032 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 53,769 miles

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

oil leak from around oil filter area

Pass 5 May 2007 53,769 miles

oil leak from around oil filter area

Pass 12 May 2006 53,748 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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S265 VGV is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 55,086 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 S265 VGV, 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 27 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 S265 VGV?

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What year was S265 VGV registered?

S265 VGV is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S265 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S265 VGV 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 S265 VGV have outstanding finance?

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