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E983 XKL

1988 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,972 mi
Last recorded24,972 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2010
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Swift51,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE983 XKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2010 24,972 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres perished ,attension reqd

front reg plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 29 Apr 2010 24,967 miles

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

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres perished ,attension reqd

front reg plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Jul 2008 24,961 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

front reg plate cracked

Fail 22 Jul 2008 24,957 miles

Offside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

front reg plate cracked

Pass 21 Jun 2006 20,126 miles

oil leak sump area

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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E983 XKL is a 1988 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 E983 XKL, 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 E983 XKL registered?

E983 XKL is a 1988 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 18 April 1988.

Is E983 XKL safe to buy?

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