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AG08 OVX

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

112,554 mi
Last recorded112,554 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 OVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 112,554 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 112,553 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2017 110,663 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 108,904 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 108,904 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 107,205 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 107,205 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 105,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 May 2014 95,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 May 2014 95,300 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2013 81,018 miles

front brake pads quite worn

Fail 7 May 2013 81,018 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake pads quite worn

Pass 23 May 2012 64,318 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 52,220 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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AG08 OVX is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AG08 OVX, 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 AG08 OVX registered?

AG08 OVX is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is AG08 OVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG08 OVX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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