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R521 TCR

1997 Suzuki Swift

Turquoise Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,472 mi
Last recorded51,472 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR521 TCR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 51,472 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2010 43,828 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 43,828 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 36,211 miles

Both rear tyres slightly perished & o\s\f tyre has small cut in side wall.

Pass 19 Sep 2008 26,214 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 15,167 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 9,737 miles

front brake discs worn

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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R521 TCR is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Turquoise with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R521 TCR, 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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How do I check the history of R521 TCR?

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What year was R521 TCR registered?

R521 TCR is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is R521 TCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R521 TCR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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