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R939 GTW

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,109 mi
Last recorded43,109 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR939 GTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 43,109 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres are perished

Fail 11 Oct 2016 43,109 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres are perished

Pass 20 Aug 2014 43,058 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 42,980 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 42,866 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 42,770 miles

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

Battery insecure

Pass 23 Aug 2011 42,770 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 16 Jul 2010 42,662 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 42,662 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 41,794 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 41,685 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 41,487 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 41,210 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 41,208 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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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R939 GTW is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R939 GTW, 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 R939 GTW registered?

R939 GTW is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R939 GTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R939 GTW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R939 GTW have outstanding finance?

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