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R257 NLJ

1998 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

50,322 mi
Last recorded50,322 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 NLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 50,322 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Sep 2024 48,160 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 46,248 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 44,734 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Sep 2021 43,930 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Sep 2020 42,910 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 39,398 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Aug 2018 36,512 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 30,951 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 24,526 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 118,044 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 11,473 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 104,599 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 98,633 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2011 91,571 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 91,571 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 85,273 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 78,889 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 72,328 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 66,513 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 61,270 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2006 61,202 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2005 55,648 miles

near side wiper starting to smear

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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R257 NLJ is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in White with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R257 NLJ, 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 R257 NLJ?

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What year was R257 NLJ registered?

R257 NLJ is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R257 NLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 NLJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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