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W285 ULE

2000 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,302 mi
Last recorded14,302 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW285 ULE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2016 14,302 miles

both front outer c/v boots perished

slight bind nearside rear wheel

Pass 25 Feb 2015 13,993 miles

rear brakes noisy & slight bind nearside rear

surface corrosion to underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 13,627 miles

nearside front indicator and headlight temp repair

Pass 25 Feb 2013 13,269 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 12,971 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 10 Feb 2011 12,695 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 12,436 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 12,126 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 11,783 miles

front number plate water damaged

Pass 28 Feb 2007 11,186 miles

exhaust have been repaid

Pass 2 Mar 2006 10,586 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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W285 ULE is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 W285 ULE, 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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How do I check the history of W285 ULE?

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What year was W285 ULE registered?

W285 ULE is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 17 March 2000.

Is W285 ULE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W285 ULE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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