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W243 HBT

2000 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

42,668 mi
Last recorded42,668 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2012
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW243 HBT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2012 42,668 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

front pads on limit

n/s/f rack slight play

o/s wiper smearing,handbrake travel

o/s/f+n/s/r tyres wear

rear inner sill/chassis seams starting corrosion

Pass 17 Jan 2012 28,771 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 23,743 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 23,743 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 20,764 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 20,764 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

all for tyres have cracks in sidewall( not showing cords yet)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 20,691 miles

Alltyres showing signs of perishing on sidewalls, no cords exposed

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 19 Aug 2008 20,687 miles

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

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

Alltyres showing signs of perishing on sidewalls, no cords exposed

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 20,107 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 20,107 miles

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

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

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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W243 HBT is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 52,099 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 W243 HBT, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W243 HBT registered?

W243 HBT is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 2000.

Is W243 HBT safe to buy?

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