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R32 VBU

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,595 mi
Last recorded92,595 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 VBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2009 92,595 miles

both outer sill panels corroding.

corrosion present on front and rear suspension components.

front and rear flexi brake hose ferrules corroding.

o/s/f floor pan corroded.

Pass 10 Nov 2008 89,697 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 85,060 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both front and rear flexi brake hose ferrules showing signs of corrosion.

corrosion surfacing under-body of the vehicle at various places.

light corrosion present on front and rear suspension components.

Pass 11 Nov 2006 77,392 miles

centre section of exhaust corroded

near side rear metal fuel pipes to tank corroded

off side rear tyre perished

Pass 5 Nov 2005 70,099 miles

wiper blades in poor condition †radiator †n/s/r wheel bearing noisy

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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R32 VBU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R32 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R32 VBU registered?

R32 VBU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R32 VBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R32 VBU shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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