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R852 KGU

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

55,888 mi
Last recorded55,888 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR852 KGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 55,888 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 54,812 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2017 53,859 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 52,609 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 51,481 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 51,481 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2014 50,535 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 30 Apr 2014 50,535 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 1 May 2013 48,962 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2012 47,684 miles

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

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

battery tops missing

Pass 12 May 2011 46,122 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 43,628 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 40,677 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 40,677 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 37,949 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 35,138 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 29 Jun 2006 32,518 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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R852 KGU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R852 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

How do I check the history of R852 KGU?

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What year was R852 KGU registered?

R852 KGU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R852 KGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R852 KGU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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