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R738 AKO

1998 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,562 mi
Last recorded28,562 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR738 AKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2019 28,562 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 24,953 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 23,271 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 19,276 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 15,030 miles

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 11,345 miles

nsf brake slight bind

rear wheel bearings slight noise

Pass 1 Nov 2013 4,754 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 99,967 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 99,967 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 94,981 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 94,981 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 90,313 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 84,341 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 77,897 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 71,183 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 64,306 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 59,307 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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R738 AKO is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R738 AKO, 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 R738 AKO registered?

R738 AKO is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R738 AKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R738 AKO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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