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S288 MGC

1999 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

93,425 mi
Last recorded93,425 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Swift55,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS288 MGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 93,425 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2018 93,424 miles

Emissions not tested pipe blocked (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 88,654 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Dec 2016 84,405 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 79,457 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 72,668 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 66,171 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Dec 2013 66,170 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2012 60,262 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 60,262 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 52,529 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 46,088 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 41,079 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 35,722 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 31,302 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 24,832 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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S288 MGC is a 1999 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 55,086 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 S288 MGC, 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 27 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 S288 MGC registered?

S288 MGC is a 1999 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 January 1999.

Is S288 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S288 MGC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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