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S488 MGN

1998 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,073 mi
Last recorded96,073 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS488 MGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 96,073 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 95,865 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 87,897 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2008 79,265 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 79,265 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 70,957 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 62,098 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 54,417 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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S488 MGN is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S488 MGN, 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 S488 MGN?

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What year was S488 MGN registered?

S488 MGN is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 18 November 1998.

Is S488 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S488 MGN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S488 MGN have outstanding finance?

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