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W362 XVS

2000 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,906 mi
Last recorded86,906 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW362 XVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 86,906 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 83,155 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 83,038 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 79,468 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 79,425 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill panel (marked in yellow) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2022 75,139 miles

Exhaust in poor condition

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 71,652 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 71,614 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 67,206 miles

Nearside Front corroded on the casing

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear corroded on the casing

Fail 24 Oct 2020 67,206 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front corroded on the casing

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear corroded on the casing

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 61,062 miles

Ns rear alloy is out of shape

Fail 8 Oct 2019 61,062 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Ns rear alloy is out of shape

Pass 25 Sep 2018 54,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 50,271 miles

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 40,121 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2016 40,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 31,857 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 31,857 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2014 12,627 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 11,914 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 10,545 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 9,817 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 8,945 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 7,996 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 7,996 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 6,852 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 5,768 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 4,547 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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W362 XVS is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W362 XVS, 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 W362 XVS registered?

W362 XVS is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 June 2000.

Is W362 XVS safe to buy?

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