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R865 NNP

1997 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

92,127 mi
Last recorded92,127 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR865 NNP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2013 92,127 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 87,583 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 87,499 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 82,843 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 77,549 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 71,369 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2009 71,369 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 66,586 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 66,586 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 62,309 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 57,110 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2005 52,237 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jul 2005 52,224 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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R865 NNP is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 58,844 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 R865 NNP, 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 29 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 R865 NNP registered?

R865 NNP is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R865 NNP safe to buy?

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