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F38 TEG

1988 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,528 mi
Last recorded7,528 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2008
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Swift51,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF38 TEG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2008 7,528 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 96,144 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 3 May 2006 92,567 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 92,546 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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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F38 TEG is a 1988 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F38 TEG, 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

How do I check the history of F38 TEG?

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What year was F38 TEG registered?

F38 TEG is a 1988 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 September 1988.

Is F38 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F38 TEG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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