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R129 JDM

1998 Suzuki -

Pink Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,506 mi
Last recorded108,506 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki -40,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 JDM
MakeSuzuki
Model-
Year1998
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc
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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2022 108,506 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 106,911 miles

Nearside Front Body component slightly loose wheel arch cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body component slightly loose wheel arch cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 106,007 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 103,204 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Apr 2019 103,176 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel pipe insecure filler pipe (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 96,642 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 96,642 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 96,580 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

inner wings corroded but not part of suspension

Fail 28 Jul 2016 96,561 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (1.4.A.2b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

inner wings corroded but not part of suspension

Pass 17 Jul 2015 92,651 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f bottom arm has corrosion to it

Fail 12 Jul 2014 92,545 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

corossion throughout vehicle

Pass 12 Jul 2014 92,545 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

corossion throughout vehicle

Pass 1 Apr 2013 86,809 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Mar 2012 74,182 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 74,182 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 70,717 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 70,717 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 62,269 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 8 Oct 2009 62,269 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 57,083 miles

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

advise nearside bumper corner mounting/corrosion

advise rear tailgate/door-release mechanism faulty

Pass 2 Aug 2007 51,797 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 46,941 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 46,941 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2005 42,529 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki -?

Based on 1,420 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
850
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Steering pivot point has excessive play 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
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R129 JDM is a 1998 Suzuki - in Pink with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki - models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 40,048 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 - fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R129 JDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki - typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki - is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R129 JDM registered?

R129 JDM is a 1998 Suzuki -, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R129 JDM safe to buy?

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