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V761 DFG

1999 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,679 mi
Last recorded24,679 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2014
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV761 DFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2014 24,679 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 24,283 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)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 23,220 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 23,220 miles

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 22,484 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 21,941 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 21,940 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

number 3 spark plug loose

Pass 28 Sep 2010 20,885 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 20,166 miles

all four tyres cracked and perished

front brake discs lipped

Fail 29 Sep 2009 20,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

all four tyres cracked and perished

front brake discs lipped

Pass 23 Sep 2008 18,774 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 17,139 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 15,417 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 15,417 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 13,598 miles

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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V761 DFG is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V761 DFG, 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 V761 DFG registered?

V761 DFG is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 October 1999.

Is V761 DFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V761 DFG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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