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R243 WTW

1997 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,502 mi
Last recorded67,502 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 WTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2009 67,502 miles

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

n/s/f tyre slightly perished

o/s inner sill slight cororshion

Pass 23 Aug 2008 60,538 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2007 48,325 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 41,822 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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R243 WTW is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in White with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 R243 WTW, 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

How do I check the history of R243 WTW?

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What year was R243 WTW registered?

R243 WTW is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is R243 WTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R243 WTW shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R243 WTW have outstanding finance?

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