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R663 GFS

1997 Suzuki Swift

Turquoise Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,031 mi
Last recorded96,031 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR663 GFS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2011 96,031 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 86,183 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both front brake disc's badly corrodid on inside

Pass 16 Apr 2009 71,569 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 61,182 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 61,174 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2005 55,952 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005 55,708 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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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R663 GFS 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 71.4%.

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 R663 GFS, 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 R663 GFS registered?

R663 GFS is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 October 1997.

Is R663 GFS safe to buy?

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