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R987 GKP

1998 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

72,697 mi
Last recorded72,697 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR987 GKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2014 72,697 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 72,643 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 66,436 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 56,850 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 48,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

dents in rear n/s quarter panel and tailgate

metal petrol pipes corroded

o/s/r tyre tread cracking

Pass 9 Apr 2011 48,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

dents in rear n/s quarter panel and tailgate

metal petrol pipes corroded

o/s/r tyre tread cracking

Pass 11 May 2010 47,181 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 11 May 2010 47,181 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 21 May 2009 44,008 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2009 44,008 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2008 40,420 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 35,548 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 31,055 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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R987 GKP is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R987 GKP, 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 R987 GKP?

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What year was R987 GKP registered?

R987 GKP is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R987 GKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R987 GKP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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