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R27 VBU

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,203 mi
Last recorded95,203 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 VBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2012 95,203 miles

front to rea brake pipes slight corrosion

fuel pipes slight corrosion

n/s/f brake pipe slight corrosion

wing mirror glass n/s missing

Pass 14 Jan 2011 89,778 miles

1 washer jet inop on nearside

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front brake pipes corroded

dampness around steering rack

exhaust corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

offside rear indicator pale

wiper blades poor

Pass 27 Oct 2009 85,431 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 85,431 miles

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fail 8 Oct 2009 85,293 miles

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 83,353 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 83,348 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 81,276 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 31 Oct 2007 81,276 miles

Battery insecure

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 81,050 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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R27 VBU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R27 VBU, 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.

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What year was R27 VBU registered?

R27 VBU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R27 VBU safe to buy?

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