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R498 JGU

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,227 mi
Last recorded76,227 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 JGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2017 76,227 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2017 76,227 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 75,619 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (7.1.2)

Rear wiper blade split

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 75,463 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 75,334 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 75,230 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 74,944 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 74,944 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 74,142 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 73,211 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2009 73,211 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 72,274 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 71,446 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 71,412 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 70,267 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 69,079 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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R498 JGU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R498 JGU, 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 R498 JGU registered?

R498 JGU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 2 June 1998.

Is R498 JGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R498 JGU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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