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V859 DTE

1999 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,383 mi
Last recorded78,383 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV859 DTE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Dec 2016 78,383 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill\ floor,seat belt mount\seat mounts (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill\floor.seat,seatbelt mount (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Coolant leak rad ()

Front both front brakes slightly binding

Pass 6 Nov 2013 76,480 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 74,914 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 72,908 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 71,026 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 68,887 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 66,687 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 63,863 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 60,962 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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V859 DTE is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V859 DTE, 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 V859 DTE?

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What year was V859 DTE registered?

V859 DTE is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 November 1999.

Is V859 DTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V859 DTE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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