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R426 VSB

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,601 mi
Last recorded63,601 miles
Recorded on26 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR426 VSB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2009 63,601 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2008 62,502 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 62,502 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2007 58,945 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 57,887 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 57,887 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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R426 VSB 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 66.7%.

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 R426 VSB, 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

How do I check the history of R426 VSB?

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What year was R426 VSB registered?

R426 VSB is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R426 VSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R426 VSB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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