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S462 LBT

1999 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

66,164 mi
Last recorded66,164 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS462 LBT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2015 66,164 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 64,274 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 62,417 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 61,582 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 61,145 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 61,145 miles

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

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 58,437 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 52,402 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 52,400 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 50,525 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 50,512 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 46,816 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 33,597 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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S462 LBT is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 S462 LBT, 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.

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What year was S462 LBT registered?

S462 LBT is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S462 LBT safe to buy?

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