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X471 JCW

2000 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

69,868 mi
Last recorded69,868 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX471 JCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 69,868 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 65,766 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2016 65,766 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 62,467 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 60,675 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 56,746 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 56,746 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 53,629 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 53,629 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 50,934 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in front tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

inner cv boot torn

Pass 10 Aug 2010 47,265 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 47,265 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 44,290 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 24 Aug 2009 44,290 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 41,607 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 37,155 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 33,175 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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X471 JCW is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 X471 JCW, 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 X471 JCW registered?

X471 JCW is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X471 JCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X471 JCW shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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