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R199 LGP

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,066 mi
Last recorded52,066 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR199 LGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015 52,066 miles

Centre stop lamp not working

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2014 50,000 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2014 50,000 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 15 Apr 2013 43,286 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 43,286 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 41,437 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 39,773 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 39,773 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 34,792 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 May 2009 31,801 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 27,321 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 27,321 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 May 2007 25,177 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 25,177 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2006 23,122 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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R199 LGP is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 56,826 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 R199 LGP, 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 28 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 R199 LGP?

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What year was R199 LGP registered?

R199 LGP is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R199 LGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R199 LGP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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