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R846 JNJ

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,100 mi
Last recorded50,100 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR846 JNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2009 50,100 miles

Damage to nearside door mirror

Nearside front indicator lens broken

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Jan 2009 50,100 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both front wiper blades split

Damage to nearside door mirror

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

Nearside front indicator lens broken

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 46,743 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Jan 2008 46,743 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 44,499 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 25 Jan 2007 44,499 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 41,894 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 41,892 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Damage to nearside front indicator lens

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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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R846 JNJ is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R846 JNJ, 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 R846 JNJ?

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What year was R846 JNJ registered?

R846 JNJ is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R846 JNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R846 JNJ shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R846 JNJ have outstanding finance?

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