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R998 JBM

1997 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,589 mi
Last recorded54,589 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Swift58,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 JBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2015 54,589 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 46,029 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyre walla cracking

Pass 23 Sep 2013 41,350 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2012 39,575 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 39,575 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2011 38,176 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 38,176 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 27 Sep 2010 36,764 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 36,764 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Sep 2009 35,107 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 35,084 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 32,929 miles

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

front number plate backing discoloured

Fail 23 Sep 2008 32,929 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

front number plate backing discoloured

Pass 26 Sep 2007 31,701 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 30,928 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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R998 JBM is a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R998 JBM, 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 R998 JBM registered?

R998 JBM is a 1997 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R998 JBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R998 JBM shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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