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R268 DGH

1997 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

87,387 mi
Last recorded87,387 miles
Recorded on7 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR268 DGH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 May 2014 87,387 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2014 87,387 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 81,339 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 81,098 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 69,692 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 58,107 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 52,191 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear No plate cracked.

Fail 21 Oct 2009 52,191 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear No plate cracked.

Pass 16 Oct 2008 49,426 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 47,407 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 47,407 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 45,432 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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R268 DGH is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R268 DGH, 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.

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What year was R268 DGH registered?

R268 DGH is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R268 DGH safe to buy?

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