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T286 TVL

1999 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,691 mi
Last recorded69,691 miles
Recorded on16 May 2015
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT286 TVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2015 69,691 miles

underside corroded

Pass 15 May 2014 68,436 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 67,338 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 66,445 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 65,672 miles
Pass 16 May 2010 64,989 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 64,116 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 63,365 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 63,365 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2007 61,214 miles

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

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 17 May 2006 57,787 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 57,466 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

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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T286 TVL is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Blue 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 T286 TVL, 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

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What year was T286 TVL registered?

T286 TVL is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 18 July 1999.

Is T286 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T286 TVL 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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