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W529 PVO

2000 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

93,433 mi
Last recorded93,433 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW529 PVO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 93,433 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 93,432 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2012 80,335 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2012 80,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 18 Apr 2011 71,333 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 71,333 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 67,475 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 63,332 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Mar 2009 63,332 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

excessively loud whirring noise from timing belt side of engine.

n/s and o/s wiper blades split on ends.

o/s/r tyre has a cut to outer sidewall. not deep enough to expose cords or braids.

Pass 27 Mar 2008 60,268 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 52,844 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 52,844 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 43,579 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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W529 PVO is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 W529 PVO, 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 W529 PVO registered?

W529 PVO is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2000.

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