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V789 KAX

1999 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

57,968 mi
Last recorded57,968 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV789 KAX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2021 57,968 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 53,421 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

front cross member heavily corroded but not within 30cm of a suspension component

front metal brake pipes lightly corroded

n/s mirror missing

Pass 23 Jul 2019 47,808 miles

Nearside Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

front cross member heavily corroded

slight exhaust blow

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2018 41,650 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 32,614 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 29,611 miles

centre stop light not working

Fail 15 Jun 2016 29,611 miles

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both front floors holed (2.4.A.3)

centre stop light not working

Pass 13 Jun 2015 28,351 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 28,351 miles

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)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 27,071 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Jun 2014 27,071 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2013 25,562 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 25,562 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2012 24,226 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

advise both inner sills corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2012 24,226 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Oil leak

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

advise both inner sills corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2011 22,434 miles

Oil leak

advise front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 15 Jun 2010 17,835 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 17,835 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 14,595 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 14,543 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 13,563 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 10,805 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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V789 KAX is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 V789 KAX, 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 V789 KAX registered?

V789 KAX is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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