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X542 XBV

2000 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

65,133 mi
Last recorded65,133 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX542 XBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2013 65,133 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

failed 1st emissions test (high CO2 & LAMBDA)

Fail 30 Jul 2013 65,133 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

failed 1st emissions test (high CO2 & LAMBDA)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 59,634 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Fail 17 Jul 2012 59,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2011 54,718 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 54,718 miles

Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 52,493 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 52,493 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 48,723 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 41,227 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 35,150 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 35,150 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2006 24,579 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 24,579 miles

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)

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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X542 XBV is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 X542 XBV, 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

How do I check the history of X542 XBV?

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What year was X542 XBV registered?

X542 XBV is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 December 2000.

Is X542 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X542 XBV shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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