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V156 LGU

2000 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,660 mi
Last recorded54,660 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV156 LGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2015 54,660 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 51,616 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/side front inner wing shield loose

wipers starting to split

Pass 30 Jan 2013 48,522 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 44,839 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 39,971 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 36,942 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 33,865 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 33,865 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 29,168 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 29,168 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 24,982 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 20,756 miles

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

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

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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V156 LGU is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 52,099 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 V156 LGU, 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 26 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 V156 LGU?

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What year was V156 LGU registered?

V156 LGU is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 January 2000.

Is V156 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V156 LGU 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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