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W421 MKU

2000 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,763 mi
Last recorded99,763 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW421 MKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2014 99,763 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 8 Nov 2014 99,763 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 88,058 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 80,050 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 77,281 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 73,605 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 68,476 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 68,476 miles

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

Nearside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 63,943 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 63,043 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 56,007 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 5 Jun 2007 56,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 48,317 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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 MKU is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W421 MKU, 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 W421 MKU registered?

W421 MKU is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W421 MKU safe to buy?

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