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W472 SCL

2000 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

47,714 mi
Last recorded47,714 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW472 SCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 47,714 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 36,483 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 33,534 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 33,534 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2012 31,621 miles

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

there alot of corroion all under car

Pass 6 Jun 2011 30,318 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 28,283 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 25,969 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 24,692 miles

all tyre depths getting low

Fail 9 Jul 2007 22,687 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 22,687 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 20,416 miles

Both rear tyres low

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 20,416 miles

Both rear tyres low

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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W472 SCL is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 W472 SCL, 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 W472 SCL registered?

W472 SCL is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W472 SCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W472 SCL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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