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Y489 YBT

2000 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,299 mi
Last recorded73,299 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2014
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY489 YBT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2014 73,299 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 73,299 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine Management Light Illuminated

Pass 30 Sep 2013 67,206 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 67,206 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 59,202 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 58,468 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 58,453 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 58,434 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 56,756 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 56,738 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 51,311 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2008 51,311 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 44,874 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 44,874 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 37,146 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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Y489 YBT is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y489 YBT, 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 Y489 YBT registered?

Y489 YBT is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is Y489 YBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y489 YBT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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