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E657 XBA

1988 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,630 mi
Last recorded64,630 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Swift51,811 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE657 XBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 64,630 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 64,618 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 64,617 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 64,590 miles

front tyres worn low on inside edge

rear arches corroded

signs of welding

Pass 11 Oct 2019 64,263 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 64,258 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2018 62,521 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 61,408 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 61,393 miles

both rear arches corroded

cut in nearside front sidewall no cords exposed

exhaust system deteriorating

track control arm bushes worn

Pass 27 Aug 2010 61,222 miles

slight corrosion on brake pipes

slight noise on osr wheel bearing

Pass 28 Aug 2009 60,889 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 60,889 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 60,638 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 60,170 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 59,572 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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E657 XBA is a 1988 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 51,811 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 E657 XBA, 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 38 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 E657 XBA registered?

E657 XBA is a 1988 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E657 XBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E657 XBA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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