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R574 FPN

1997 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,257 mi
Last recorded74,257 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR574 FPN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2010 74,257 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 65,276 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s inner sill slightly corroded

Fail 1 Apr 2009 65,267 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s inner sill slightly corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2008 61,969 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 58,824 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 53,944 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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R574 FPN is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R574 FPN, 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 R574 FPN registered?

R574 FPN is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R574 FPN safe to buy?

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