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R965 ULR

1997 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

55,785 mi
Last recorded55,785 miles
Recorded on20 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR965 ULR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2008 55,785 miles

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

Oil leak

front number slightly damaged

Fail 21 May 2007 50,786 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

front number plate slightly faded

Pass 21 May 2007 50,786 miles

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

Oil leak

front number plate slightly faded

Pass 23 May 2006 45,914 miles

front number plate cracked and fading

nearside rear tyre tread low on outer edge and sidewall cracked

slight enging and gearbox oil leaks

Fail 23 May 2006 45,914 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front number plate cracked and fading

nearside rear tyre tread low on outer edge and sidewall cracked

slight engine and gearbox oil leaks

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 ULR is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ULR, 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 R965 ULR registered?

R965 ULR is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R965 ULR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R965 ULR shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R965 ULR have outstanding finance?

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