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V852 MKX

1999 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

86,284 mi
Last recorded86,284 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV852 MKX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 86,284 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 84,475 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2010 84,470 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 78,797 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 78,777 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 71,369 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 71,350 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 64,222 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2008 64,204 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 58,671 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 51,491 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 51,491 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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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V852 MKX is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 V852 MKX, 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

How do I check the history of V852 MKX?

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What year was V852 MKX registered?

V852 MKX is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V852 MKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V852 MKX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V852 MKX have outstanding finance?

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