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V946 FEC

1999 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

80,013 mi
Last recorded80,013 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV946 FEC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2012 80,013 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 75,650 miles

Battery insecure

both front brake pipes slightly corroded

rear brake pipes and flexys heavily undersealed

slight play in n/s front wheel bearing

slight scratch in windscreen

slight smoke from exhaust

Fail 5 Jul 2011 75,649 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

both front brake pipes slightly corroded

rear brake pipes and flexys heavily undersealed

slight play in n/s front wheel bearing

slight scratch in windscreen

Pass 26 Jun 2010 71,360 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 71,360 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 64,157 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 59,769 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2007 54,719 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2007 54,719 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 49,402 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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V946 FEC is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 V946 FEC, 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 V946 FEC registered?

V946 FEC is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 December 1999.

Is V946 FEC safe to buy?

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