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V944 DRE

1999 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,347 mi
Last recorded60,347 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV944 DRE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 60,347 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 52,967 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 51,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 51,271 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 41,708 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 41,533 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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 Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 32,628 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 20,113 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 20,050 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 19,654 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 19,269 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 18,813 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 17,292 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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V944 DRE is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 V944 DRE, 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 V944 DRE registered?

V944 DRE is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V944 DRE safe to buy?

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