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G178 FDW

1989 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

64,283 mi
Last recorded64,283 miles
Recorded on12 May 2005
Typical for 1989 Suzuki Swift54,824 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG178 FDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2005 64,283 miles
Fail 11 May 2005 64,283 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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G178 FDW is a 1989 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 54,824 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 G178 FDW, 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 37 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 G178 FDW registered?

G178 FDW is a 1989 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G178 FDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G178 FDW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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