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V740 HBH

1999 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,939 mi
Last recorded42,939 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV740 HBH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 42,939 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 42,577 miles

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

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)

rear tyres in poor condition

Pass 4 Jun 2015 42,577 miles

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

rear tyres in poor condition

Pass 22 Apr 2014 39,140 miles

near side front and rear tyres are deteriorated badly

Fail 16 Apr 2014 39,128 miles

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

near side front and rear tyres are deteriorated badly

Pass 16 Apr 2013 36,059 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

all 4 tyres deteriorated

Fail 16 Apr 2013 36,059 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

all 4 tyres deteriorated

Pass 17 Aug 2011 34,241 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 31,527 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 30,257 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 28,445 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 26,276 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 24,394 miles

PLEASE NOTE THAT BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE WEARING LOW ON TREAD...

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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V740 HBH is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V740 HBH, 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 V740 HBH registered?

V740 HBH is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V740 HBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V740 HBH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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