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S991 TKL

1998 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,096 mi
Last recorded25,096 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS991 TKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 25,096 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear connectors from brake pipe to brake line corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 24,022 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 23,267 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 22,826 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 21,617 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 20,369 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 19,695 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 19,236 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 18,579 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 17,079 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 17,079 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 16,089 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 16,088 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 14,260 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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S991 TKL is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S991 TKL, 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 S991 TKL registered?

S991 TKL is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 October 1998.

Is S991 TKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S991 TKL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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