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R462 XOB

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,501 mi
Last recorded69,501 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR462 XOB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2013 69,501 miles

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

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

brake pipes greased

corrosion through out vehicle body chassis suspension and steering components

Pass 30 May 2012 67,660 miles

condition of nearside front c.v boot

offside front mirror slight blurr borderline

Pass 31 May 2011 65,580 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2010 62,986 miles

condition of c.v boots

condition of mirrors

Pass 26 May 2009 60,684 miles

condition of cv boots

Pass 28 May 2008 57,056 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 53,865 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 52,096 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 52,096 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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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R462 XOB is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R462 XOB, 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 R462 XOB registered?

R462 XOB is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R462 XOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R462 XOB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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