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AC08 BNV

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,467 mi
Last recorded71,467 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 BNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 71,467 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 71,452 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 64,169 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 52,141 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 45,992 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 43,741 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 May 2016 37,636 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 31,387 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 28,763 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 23,534 miles

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

nearside front tyre damage to outter sidewall,not to cords.

Pass 21 Mar 2012 17,806 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 16,597 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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AC08 BNV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AC08 BNV, 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 AC08 BNV registered?

AC08 BNV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is AC08 BNV safe to buy?

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