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R716 PUM

1998 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,098 mi
Last recorded46,098 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR716 PUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2016 46,098 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 28,010 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 24,875 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 24,875 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 21,577 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 21,577 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 20,716 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 18,932 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 17,821 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 17,433 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 17,258 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 16,962 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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R716 PUM is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 56,826 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 R716 PUM, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Swift is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R716 PUM registered?

R716 PUM is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R716 PUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R716 PUM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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