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T290 WGJ

1999 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,870 mi
Last recorded55,870 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2011
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT290 WGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2011 55,870 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Feb 2011 55,629 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

inner d/shaft clip insecure n/s

Pass 9 Feb 2010 44,802 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 38,513 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 38,414 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

advise rear tyres walls cracking

Fail 27 Feb 2008 34,434 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 34,434 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 27,522 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 24,816 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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T290 WGJ is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 T290 WGJ, 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 T290 WGJ?

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What year was T290 WGJ registered?

T290 WGJ is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 11 June 1999.

Is T290 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T290 WGJ shows 9 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.

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