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W421 KAB

2000 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

68,979 mi
Last recorded68,979 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2013
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW421 KAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2013 68,979 miles

Both front brake discs lipped/worn.

N/S/F brake just starting to bind.

N/S/R indicator dimmer than O/S/R

O/S/F inner door handle needs replacing ASAP

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Slight interaction at N/S/R lamp assembly between indicator & position lamp - poor connection?

Fail 18 Jul 2013 68,979 miles

Both front brake discs lipped/worn.

N/S/F brake just starting to bind.

N/S/R indicator dimmer than O/S/R

O/S/F inner door handle needs replacing ASAP

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Slight interaction at N/S/R lamp assembly between indicator & position lamp - poor connection?

Pass 25 Jul 2012 63,139 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 63,139 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 62,352 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 60,819 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 60,819 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 59,271 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 59,271 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 54,729 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 54,729 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 47,887 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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W421 KAB is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 W421 KAB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W421 KAB?

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What year was W421 KAB registered?

W421 KAB is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 April 2000.

Is W421 KAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W421 KAB shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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