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AC08 RYU

2008 Suzuki Swift

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,763 mi
Last recorded143,763 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 RYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2022 143,763 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2022 143,763 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Fail 29 Dec 2021 143,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 135,533 miles

Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

hand brake need adjustment

Pass 1 Nov 2019 131,257 miles

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

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides upper mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 May 2018 121,896 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

Pass 11 Apr 2018 121,800 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing inside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 114,216 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 106,968 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit size 185/60/15/88H (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 106,968 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working replaced bulb 501 (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit size 185/60/15/88H (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 100,411 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 88,871 miles

engine lamp on

Pass 24 Apr 2013 75,744 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 65,392 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 52,741 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 RYU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 RYU registered?

AC08 RYU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 May 2008.

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