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S818 JDM

1999 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,922 mi
Last recorded56,922 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2016
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS818 JDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2016 56,922 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 52,208 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 47,832 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 41,829 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 38,520 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 38,520 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 37,161 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 35,550 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 32,285 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 30,992 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 28,523 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 28,523 miles

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

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

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

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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S818 JDM is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S818 JDM, 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 S818 JDM registered?

S818 JDM is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 January 1999.

Is S818 JDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S818 JDM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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