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S483 CTV

1999 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,203 mi
Last recorded76,203 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2010
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS483 CTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2010 76,203 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 31 Mar 2010 76,203 miles

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)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 69,890 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 69,890 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 66,528 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 17 Mar 2008 66,528 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2007 61,511 miles

slight damage to n/s/f bumper

Fail 7 Mar 2007 61,511 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight damage to n/s/f bumper

Pass 20 Mar 2006 58,304 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2005 58,304 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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S483 CTV is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 S483 CTV, 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 S483 CTV?

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What year was S483 CTV registered?

S483 CTV is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 4 January 1999.

Is S483 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S483 CTV shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S483 CTV have outstanding finance?

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