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S616 VAK

1998 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

66,290 mi
Last recorded66,290 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS616 VAK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 66,290 miles

corrosion outside prescribed areas

underside rusty

Pass 6 Nov 2024 65,997 miles

c/v boots weeping

rear sections corroded outside prescribed area

underside rusty

Pass 28 Nov 2023 65,695 miles

Underside very rusty

Offside rear and nearside rear lower inner panels corroded

Fail 21 Nov 2023 65,692 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Low effort on both rear footbrakes

Offside rear and nearside rear lower inner panels corroded

Underside very rusty

Pass 17 Nov 2022 65,469 miles

ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS RUSTY

UNDERSIDE VERY RUSTY

rear body holed outside prescribed areas

Pass 22 Nov 2021 65,134 miles

Underside rusty in places

Fail 18 Nov 2021 65,131 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Underside rusty in places

Pass 12 Nov 2020 64,923 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Underside rusty in places

Pass 18 Nov 2019 64,624 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Underside very rusty in places

Pass 5 Nov 2018 64,187 miles

underside very rusty in places

Fail 5 Nov 2018 64,185 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

underside very rusty in places

Pass 27 Oct 2017 63,815 miles

underside very rusty in places

Pass 4 Nov 2016 63,345 miles

underside very rusty in places

Pass 17 Nov 2015 63,013 miles

underside rusty

Pass 13 Nov 2014 62,339 miles

underside rusty

Fail 5 Nov 2014 62,335 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

underside rusty in places

Pass 30 Oct 2013 61,777 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 61,120 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 60,156 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 58,297 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 56,108 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 52,845 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 51,418 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 48,727 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 45,470 miles

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

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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S616 VAK is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 S616 VAK, 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 S616 VAK registered?

S616 VAK is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 August 1998.

Is S616 VAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S616 VAK shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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