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X317 VVW

2000 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

49,336 mi
Last recorded49,336 miles
Recorded on17 May 2011
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX317 VVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2011 49,336 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 49,336 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 May 2010 46,274 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 May 2010 46,274 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2009 42,802 miles

backbox baffle broken up

Pass 22 May 2008 40,235 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2008 40,235 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 24 May 2007 36,972 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 28,133 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 28,133 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 19,142 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 19,142 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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X317 VVW is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 X317 VVW, 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 X317 VVW registered?

X317 VVW is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 5 December 2000.

Is X317 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X317 VVW shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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