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V697 PBH

1999 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

94,848 mi
Last recorded94,848 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV697 PBH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 94,848 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge and slightly perished (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Oct 2017 94,848 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge and slightly perished (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 92,998 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 91,631 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to nearside cross over (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 90,247 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Oct 2014 90,247 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 88,502 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 86,223 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2012 86,221 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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)

battery insecure and likley to fall

Pass 21 Oct 2011 76,667 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

nearside front inner c v boot split

Fail 20 Oct 2011 76,658 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

nearside front inner c v boot split

Pass 23 Sep 2010 66,353 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)

Fail 23 Sep 2010 66,353 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Fail 22 Sep 2009 56,796 miles

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

cam belt is due at 56000 miles or five years

Pass 22 Sep 2009 56,796 miles

cam belt is due at 56000 miles or five years

Pass 19 Sep 2008 46,451 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 36,500 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre inner side wall starting to perish

Fail 25 Sep 2007 36,500 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

nearside rear tyre inner side wall starting to perish

Pass 26 Sep 2006 24,793 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre starting to perish on outer side wall

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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V697 PBH is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V697 PBH, 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.

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What year was V697 PBH registered?

V697 PBH is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V697 PBH safe to buy?

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