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R28 LNH

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

62,111 mi
Last recorded62,111 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR28 LNH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 62,111 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2026 62,095 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2025 61,485 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 60,785 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill/inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 60,785 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill/inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 60,099 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leaking from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill/wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 59,355 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 58,509 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 57,889 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 56,959 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 56,959 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 56,171 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 55,155 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 54,655 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 54,653 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 20 Jan 2015 54,653 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 53,677 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 53,672 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 52,018 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 49,513 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 46,845 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Feb 2010 44,078 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 41,520 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Feb 2008 37,831 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 33,766 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2006 30,160 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 30,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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R28 LNH is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R28 LNH, 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 R28 LNH registered?

R28 LNH is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R28 LNH safe to buy?

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