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R614 EAE

1997 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,151 mi
Last recorded74,151 miles
Recorded on9 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR614 EAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2011 74,151 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 69,909 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 64,772 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 59,142 miles

o/s/f tyre low on tread

front discs just mot legal

Pass 27 Mar 2007 51,694 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 51,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 42,117 miles

brake fluid level near minumum

front pads worn low

nearside front tyre wearing low

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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R614 EAE is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Red 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 R614 EAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R614 EAE?

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What year was R614 EAE registered?

R614 EAE is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R614 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R614 EAE 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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