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R256 UCW

1998 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

66,381 mi
Last recorded66,381 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 UCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2012 66,381 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 62,262 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 58,553 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 55,490 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 52,369 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 52,352 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 49,659 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 23 Jun 2007 49,659 miles

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

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 47,466 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 43,795 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2005 43,795 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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R256 UCW is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R256 UCW, 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

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What year was R256 UCW registered?

R256 UCW is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R256 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 UCW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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