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R654 SCH

1997 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,955 mi
Last recorded42,955 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR654 SCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2009 42,955 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 38,775 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 34,123 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 31,154 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 31,154 miles

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

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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R654 SCH is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R654 SCH, 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 R654 SCH?

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What year was R654 SCH registered?

R654 SCH is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R654 SCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R654 SCH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R654 SCH have outstanding finance?

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