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R965 KUF

1998 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,514 mi
Last recorded41,514 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR965 KUF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2011 41,514 miles

front number plate damaged

Pass 19 Jan 2010 40,478 miles

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

Moisture in nearside headlamp, not affecting beam image

Nearside mirror glass temporarily secured

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 39,851 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 37,676 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 37,676 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

power st rack leaking

Pass 5 Jun 2006 31,962 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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R965 KUF is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R965 KUF, 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 R965 KUF registered?

R965 KUF is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R965 KUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R965 KUF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R965 KUF have outstanding finance?

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