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S979 FGU

1998 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

55,972 mi
Last recorded55,972 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS979 FGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 55,972 miles

nearside front brake pipe corroded

poor pattern to nearside headlamp dipped beam

Fail 2 Nov 2020 55,923 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nearside front brake pipe corroded

poor pattern to nearside headlamp dipped beam

Pass 9 May 2019 49,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 May 2019 49,898 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 49,176 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 49,146 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 May 2017 47,762 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 46,368 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 18 Apr 2016 46,368 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 44,890 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 43,409 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 14 Apr 2014 43,385 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 41,704 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 41,704 miles

Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 40,065 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 38,285 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 37,003 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 35,434 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 33,718 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 31,883 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 31,883 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 30,295 miles

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

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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S979 FGU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 S979 FGU, 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.

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What year was S979 FGU registered?

S979 FGU is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 6 November 1998.

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