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P438 XRN

1997 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,713 mi
Last recorded79,713 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP438 XRN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2013 79,713 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 74,342 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 73,142 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 18 Mar 2010 72,826 miles

front number plate starting to deteriorate

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 24 Mar 2009 71,950 miles

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

front number plate deteriorated

o/s/r tyre cracking up

Pass 7 Apr 2008 70,054 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 68,158 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 67,762 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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P438 XRN is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 58,844 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 P438 XRN, 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 29 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 P438 XRN registered?

P438 XRN is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P438 XRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P438 XRN shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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