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W489 XFL

2000 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,462 mi
Last recorded15,462 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2013
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW489 XFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2013 15,462 miles

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

O/S/R Coil spring bottom coil broken

Pass 23 Jan 2012 10,063 miles

OFFSINE REG PLATE BULB DIM

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 2,224 miles

ALL REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODING

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 91,573 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jan 2009 81,622 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jan 2008 67,220 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 21 Jan 2008 67,210 miles

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 59,322 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 56,382 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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W489 XFL is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W489 XFL, 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 W489 XFL registered?

W489 XFL is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W489 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W489 XFL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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