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X538 XUM

2000 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

551,838 mi
Last recorded551,838 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX538 XUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 551,838 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak ()

nearside rear tyre tread close to wear bars

offside front tyre tread close to wear bars

offside rear tyre tread close to wear bars

underside very rusty in places

Fail 10 Aug 2016 79,782 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak ()

nearside rear tyre tread close to wear bars

offside front tyre tread close to wear bars

offside rear tyre tread close to wear bars

underside very rusty in places

Pass 18 Aug 2015 77,408 miles

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

oil leak

tread on both rear tyres getting low

underside rusty in places

Fail 13 Aug 2015 77,402 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

oil leak

tread on both rear tyres getting low

underside rusty in places

Pass 21 Aug 2014 74,645 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

center rear stop ligh not working,

n/s/f wiper split,

Fail 21 Aug 2014 74,645 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Oil leak

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

center rear stop ligh not working,

n/s/f wiper split,

Pass 2 Aug 2013 71,939 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

front cross member slightly corroded

offside sill slightly corroded

Fail 2 Aug 2013 71,936 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

front cross member slightly corroded

offside sill slightly corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2012 69,723 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2011 65,194 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Jun 2011 65,194 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2010 58,643 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 57,544 miles

oil leak from engine

Fail 5 Mar 2008 57,544 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

oil leak from engine

Pass 5 Mar 2007 56,291 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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X538 XUM is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 X538 XUM, 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 X538 XUM registered?

X538 XUM is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 December 2000.

Is X538 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X538 XUM shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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