CarVerify

Free Car Check

S542 CWV

1999 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,020 mi
Last recorded24,020 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS542 CWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 24,020 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 23,975 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 23,586 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 22,940 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 22,676 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 22,462 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 22,461 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Damage to front number plate

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit *** ON LIMIT *** 155/70TR13 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit *** ON LIMIT *** (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 17,671 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 17,671 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside rear service brake effort low

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 16,260 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 19,546 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 15,804 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 15,804 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2011 15,610 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 15,514 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 15,514 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2009 14,995 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 14,995 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 14,444 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 14,444 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2007 13,720 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 13,720 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 12,657 miles

front brake imbalance close to limit

Fail 13 Dec 2005 12,657 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

front brake imbalance close to limit

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
Full Suzuki Swift reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S542 CWV is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S542 CWV, 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 S542 CWV?

You can check the full history of S542 CWV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S542 CWV registered?

S542 CWV is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 January 1999.

Is S542 CWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S542 CWV shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S542 CWV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S542 CWV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.