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R619 NCK

1997 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,044 mi
Last recorded110,044 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR619 NCK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2021 110,044 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 109,373 miles

Corrosion starting on wheel arches,floor and rear chassis-may need welding repairs before next test

Pass 15 Oct 2019 108,532 miles

Corrosion starting on wheel arches,floor and rear chassis-may need welding repairs before next test

Pass 17 Oct 2018 106,803 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear o/s brake binding slightly

Pass 19 Oct 2017 105,226 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 105,224 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 103,394 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 101,601 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 99,187 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 95,890 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 92,470 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 88,648 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 88,648 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 84,869 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 84,867 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 79,134 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 71,661 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 64,648 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 58,116 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 51,497 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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R619 NCK is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R619 NCK, 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 R619 NCK registered?

R619 NCK is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 November 1997.

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