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R129 ORX

1998 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

46,278 mi
Last recorded46,278 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Swift56,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 ORX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 46,278 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 46,271 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 45,411 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 44,450 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 42,909 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 41,815 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 40,697 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 39,772 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 37,858 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 36,007 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 34,228 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 32,551 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 30,716 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Mar 2014 28,649 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 26,602 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 23,499 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 20,442 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 19,604 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 18,752 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 17,839 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 17,839 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 16,828 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 15,746 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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R129 ORX is a 1998 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R129 ORX, 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 R129 ORX registered?

R129 ORX is a 1998 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R129 ORX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R129 ORX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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