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R745 EYG

1998 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

54,972 mi
Last recorded54,972 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR745 EYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2014 54,972 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 51,881 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 49,142 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 46,498 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 43,346 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 38,019 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2009 38,019 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 34,453 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 34,453 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2007 28,683 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 25,538 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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R745 EYG is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R745 EYG, 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

How do I check the history of R745 EYG?

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What year was R745 EYG registered?

R745 EYG is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R745 EYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R745 EYG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R745 EYG have outstanding finance?

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