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T197 DFC

1999 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,782 mi
Last recorded6,782 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT197 DFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2015 6,782 miles

Damage to front bumper lower grill

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

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

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

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

rear view mirror missing but two outer mirrors fitted

slight oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2014 96,550 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 88,287 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front brake pads off side and near side wearing low.

near side mirror glass is cracked.

Pass 31 Mar 2012 86,283 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 84,276 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 80,271 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 75,533 miles

all four tyres close to legal limit !!!!!

Pass 29 Jul 2005 71,622 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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T197 DFC is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T197 DFC, 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 T197 DFC registered?

T197 DFC is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is T197 DFC safe to buy?

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