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X289 EVS

2000 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

86,456 mi
Last recorded86,456 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX289 EVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 86,456 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 81,742 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 77,240 miles

o/s/f steering arm slight play

Pass 13 Nov 2015 71,319 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 65,666 miles

155/70/R13/75T. All 4mm.

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 21 Nov 2014 65,666 miles

155/70/R13/75T. All 4mm.

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 61,634 miles

Front pads getting low and slight drag on O/S/F.

Wipers both slightly split, but clear screen.

Fail 21 Nov 2013 61,634 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front pads getting low and slight drag on O/S/F.

Wipers both slightly split, but clear screen.

Pass 26 Nov 2012 57,886 miles

175/70/R13/75T. Fronts 2mm. Rears 4mm.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 54,154 miles

155/70/13. OF 3 OR 4 NR 5 NF 3mm.

Brake fluid looks dirty.

Front tyres wearing edges.

Pass 23 Nov 2010 50,495 miles

Brake pipes covered with grease not allowing full inspection

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Nov 2010 50,495 miles

Brake pipes covered with grease not allowing full inspection

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 46,300 miles

Brake fluid level on minimum

Brake pipes covered with grease not allowing full inspection

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

Nearside front wiper blade split

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Nov 2008 42,328 miles

All brake pipes pitted

Beake pipes covered with protective plate

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fuel pipes corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 26 Nov 2008 42,328 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Beake pipes covered with protective plate

All brake pipes pitted

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fuel pipes corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Recommend grease brake pipes

Pass 26 Nov 2007 38,120 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 33,773 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 33,773 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

1) N/S Rear tyre close to legal limit (Wearing on outeer edge).

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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X289 EVS is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 X289 EVS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X289 EVS registered?

X289 EVS is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 December 2000.

Is X289 EVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X289 EVS shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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