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S218 NMJ

1998 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,007 mi
Last recorded74,007 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS218 NMJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2014 74,007 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 67,314 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 57,853 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 50,879 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 48,680 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 46,589 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 44,012 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 41,228 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 38,551 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 38,551 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 35,898 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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S218 NMJ is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S218 NMJ, 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 S218 NMJ?

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What year was S218 NMJ registered?

S218 NMJ is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S218 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S218 NMJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S218 NMJ have outstanding finance?

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