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S292 LNK

1998 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

43,072 mi
Last recorded43,072 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS292 LNK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 43,072 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Rear (Greased) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack boot area (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack boot area (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body seal area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 42,158 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 38,544 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipework greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside into flexible hoses greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp with indicators (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 33,723 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 29,310 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 24,596 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 24,596 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 24,479 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 24,476 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 23,734 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 23,734 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 23,428 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 23,428 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 21,737 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 21,631 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 21,478 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 21,138 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 20,808 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 20,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 20,050 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 18,625 miles

both rear tyres perrished

n/s/r wheel binding

Pass 9 Jul 2008 17,086 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 17,059 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 15,469 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 13,796 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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S292 LNK is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 S292 LNK, 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.

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S292 LNK is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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