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L176 VLF

1994 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,740 mi
Last recorded89,740 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2009
Typical for 1994 Suzuki Swift60,804 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL176 VLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2009 89,740 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Aug 2009 89,731 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 81,318 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2008 81,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 75,889 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 72,617 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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L176 VLF is a 1994 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 60,804 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 L176 VLF, 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 32 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 L176 VLF registered?

L176 VLF is a 1994 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 18 March 1994.

Is L176 VLF safe to buy?

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