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R393 GNV

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,705 mi
Last recorded59,705 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR393 GNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2009 59,705 miles

brake pipes slightly corroded, n/s/r in clip and both fronts near inner wing

front wipers starting to split

o/s/f cv boot dteriorated, starting to crack

slight play in rear shocker tops

Pass 17 Oct 2008 55,815 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 55,815 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 51,866 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 48,159 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 45,083 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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R393 GNV is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R393 GNV, 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 R393 GNV registered?

R393 GNV is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R393 GNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R393 GNV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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