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R832 KGU

1998 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

60,677 mi
Last recorded60,677 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR832 KGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2014 60,677 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s wipre split

Pass 13 Aug 2013 58,369 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 55,332 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 53,830 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 51,677 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Jun 2010 51,677 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2009 47,987 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 41,219 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 40,219 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 38,989 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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R832 KGU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R832 KGU, 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 R832 KGU registered?

R832 KGU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 April 1998.

Is R832 KGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R832 KGU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R832 KGU have outstanding finance?

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