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V238 LOE

2000 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,568 mi
Last recorded38,568 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2013
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Swift52,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV238 LOE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2013 38,568 miles

rear exhaust joint blowing slightly

signs of corrosion to offside sill

suspension componants corroded

wiper blades are worn

Fail 19 Jul 2011 35,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 35,803 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 31,978 miles

both front tyres on legal limit on edges 1.6 mm advise replacment

n/s/r tyre heavily perished

tested when wet

Fail 2 Jun 2008 31,976 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres on legal limit on edges 1.6 mm advise replacment

n/s/r tyre heavily perished

tested when wet

Pass 2 Jan 2007 26,828 miles

accident damage repairs to nearside front of vehicle

offside front and nearside rear tyre sidewalls cracking and perishing

surface rust/corrosion on rear steel fuel pipe

Fail 5 Jan 2006 26,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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V238 LOE is a 2000 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 V238 LOE, 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 V238 LOE registered?

V238 LOE is a 2000 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 January 2000.

Is V238 LOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V238 LOE shows 7 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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