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S525 KNW

1998 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,473 mi
Last recorded77,473 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2006
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS525 KNW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2006 77,473 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 77,469 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 8 Sep 2005 71,377 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2005 71,375 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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S525 KNW is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in White with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S525 KNW, 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 S525 KNW?

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What year was S525 KNW registered?

S525 KNW is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 November 1998.

Is S525 KNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S525 KNW shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S525 KNW have outstanding finance?

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