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AM08 MXC

2008 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

97,092 mi
Last recorded97,092 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 MXC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 97,092 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 93,892 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 91,036 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 89,253 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 85,043 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 85,042 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 82,484 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 82,472 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 82,472 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 81,665 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 81,411 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 80,756 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 78,174 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 78,174 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 68,112 miles

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)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 67,881 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 63,203 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 50,190 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 43,165 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 35,373 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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AM08 MXC is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AM08 MXC, 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 AM08 MXC registered?

AM08 MXC is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is AM08 MXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 MXC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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