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A5 CPH

2008 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

84,545 mi
Last recorded84,545 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 CPH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 84,545 miles

Front Coil spring corroded ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ns/os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns/os (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns/os (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 2 Oct 2025 84,545 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ns/os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns/os (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns/os (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2024 83,022 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 81,209 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 81,205 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 81,111 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 78,193 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 71,738 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 64,844 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 57,973 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 49,490 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 49,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 41,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 41,341 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 36,655 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 30,073 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 22,508 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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A5 CPH is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 61,317 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 A5 CPH, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A5 CPH registered?

A5 CPH is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is A5 CPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 CPH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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