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S92 BSX

1998 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2010
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,895 mi
Last recorded69,895 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS92 BSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2009 69,895 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear indicators going white

damage to front bumper

slight play both rear wheel bearings

some corrosion on front to rear brake pipe at compensator valve

wear on both front discs

Fail 23 Nov 2009 69,895 miles

Centre Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear indicators going white

damage to front bumper

slight play both rear wheel bearings

some corrosion on front to rear brake pipe at compensator valve

wear on both front discs

Pass 29 Nov 2008 62,685 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 62,685 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 54,179 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 54,179 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 49,230 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 49,230 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 43,974 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 43,972 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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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S92 BSX is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S92 BSX, 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 S92 BSX registered?

S92 BSX is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 September 1998.

Is S92 BSX safe to buy?

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