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G148 URV

1989 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,633 mi
Last recorded3,633 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2014
Typical for 1989 Suzuki Swift54,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG148 URV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2014 3,633 miles

Rear seat belt and seats removed

Roll cage fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2013 3,142 miles

competition pedal box fitted

competition seats fitted

rear seats and seatbelts removed

safety harnesses fitted in replacement of seat belts

safety roll cage fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2012 2,775 miles

both driver and front passenger seats have competition harness seatbelts fitted

competition pedal box fitted

competition seats fitted into drivers and front passenger positions

exhaust has a silencing device in the tail pipe

rear seats and seatbelts not fitted

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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G148 URV is a 1989 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 54,824 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 G148 URV, 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 37 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 G148 URV registered?

G148 URV is a 1989 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 3 August 1989.

Is G148 URV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G148 URV shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G148 URV have outstanding finance?

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