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R447 TNN

1997 Suzuki Swift

Purple Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,655 mi
Last recorded19,655 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR447 TNN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 19,655 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 19,188 miles

Both front and offside rear tyres cracking.

Pass 16 Oct 2013 18,691 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 18,691 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 18,226 miles

n/s front tyre sidewall cracking

o/s front tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 25 Oct 2011 17,750 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 17,512 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 17,115 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight noise from o/s rear wheel bearing

Fail 20 Oct 2009 17,110 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight noise from o/s rear wheel bearing

Pass 24 Oct 2008 16,724 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 16,242 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 15,675 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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R447 TNN is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Purple with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 58,844 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 R447 TNN, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R447 TNN registered?

R447 TNN is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 December 1997.

Is R447 TNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R447 TNN shows 12 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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