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V685 KGP

1999 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

47,105 mi
Last recorded47,105 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV685 KGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 47,105 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 43,971 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 43,971 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 39,581 miles

rear tyresbadly cracking

Fail 13 Mar 2014 39,581 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

rear tyresbadly cracking

Pass 24 Apr 2013 37,216 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 37,216 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 36,606 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 35,302 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 35,302 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

rear tyres cracking

Pass 19 Apr 2010 32,470 miles

both rear tyres cracking

condensation to nearside headlamp

Pass 18 Apr 2009 29,483 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 25,010 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 20,778 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 19,564 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 19,564 miles

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

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

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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V685 KGP is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 V685 KGP, 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 V685 KGP registered?

V685 KGP is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 December 1999.

Is V685 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V685 KGP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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