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R848 KGU

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,667 mi
Last recorded75,667 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR848 KGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2013 75,667 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r tyre is 13 years old

o/s/f tyre cracking

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 9 May 2012 69,812 miles

Both front discs are slightly pitted or scored but not seriously weakend.

Front number plate is poor.

Nearside front brake juddering slightly.

offside rear shock absorber has a light misting of oil.

oil leak.

trim missing from the n/s front wing.

wheel rims scored.

Fail 9 May 2012 69,812 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

trim missing from the n/s front wing

wheel rims are scored

Pass 29 Apr 2011 63,119 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 53,842 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 43,958 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 35,178 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 30,381 miles

front number plate damaged

Pass 8 May 2006 28,584 miles

nail in tyre

nearside front tyre tread on limit worn on edge

Pass 12 May 2005 26,107 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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R848 KGU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc 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 R848 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 R848 KGU registered?

R848 KGU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R848 KGU safe to buy?

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