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V685 OOC

1999 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

82,189 mi
Last recorded82,189 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV685 OOC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 82,189 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 72,549 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 65,215 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2022 65,210 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Sep 2020 62,340 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 62,286 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 62,286 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 61,950 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 60,889 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 59,679 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 58,516 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 57,348 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 55,739 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 50,561 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 50,413 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 45,686 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)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2011 42,363 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 40,773 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 37,022 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 35,054 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 31,235 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 28,001 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 28,001 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 OOC is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 OOC, 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 OOC registered?

V685 OOC is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 December 1999.

Is V685 OOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V685 OOC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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