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X253 KFP

2001 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,333 mi
Last recorded13,333 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Swift49,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX253 KFP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2014 13,333 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 919 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 914 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 86,996 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 86,995 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 73,070 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 73,070 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 May 2010 62,395 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

underside of car got rust all over

Pass 15 Jun 2009 62,390 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear brakes slightly noisey

Pass 29 Jan 2008 58,219 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 50,045 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 41,204 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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X253 KFP is a 2001 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 49,285 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 X253 KFP, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X253 KFP registered?

X253 KFP is a 2001 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X253 KFP safe to buy?

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