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V718 LGN

1999 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

30,587 mi
Last recorded30,587 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2011
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV718 LGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2011 30,587 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 30,587 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 28 Jun 2010 29,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 29,367 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 26,809 miles

Oil leak

offside rear view mirror cover missing

Fail 20 Apr 2009 26,809 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

offside rear view mirror cover missing

Pass 25 Apr 2008 24,249 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 21,794 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

bodywork has scratches

Pass 8 Apr 2006 19,954 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 19,954 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.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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V718 LGN is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 V718 LGN, 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 V718 LGN registered?

V718 LGN is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 December 1999.

Is V718 LGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V718 LGN shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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