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S498 CGX

1998 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,527 mi
Last recorded73,527 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS498 CGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 73,527 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall cracked

n/s/r tyre sidewall cracked

o/s/f tyre sidewall cracked

o/s/r tyre sidewall cracked

Fail 8 Apr 2015 73,527 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 70,814 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 70,461 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 70,076 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 69,615 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 69,123 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 68,575 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 68,575 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 66,974 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 62,372 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 56,435 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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S498 CGX is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S498 CGX, 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

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What year was S498 CGX registered?

S498 CGX is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is S498 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S498 CGX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S498 CGX have outstanding finance?

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