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S952 FUD

1998 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,717 mi
Last recorded73,717 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS952 FUD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2011 73,717 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Mar 2011 73,385 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 63,903 miles

O/S C.V has a pin hole and slightly leaking

Oil leak

Rear exhaust deteriorated inside

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Mar 2009 62,527 miles

Front indicators slightly insecure

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/S/F headlamp has temporary repair to secure

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 62,527 miles

Front indicators slightly insecure

O/S/F headlamp has temporary repair to secure

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Mar 2008 60,464 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 60,464 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 58,275 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 49,355 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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S952 FUD is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S952 FUD, 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 S952 FUD registered?

S952 FUD is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 18 November 1998.

Is S952 FUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S952 FUD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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