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AO08 MYU

2008 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

57,279 mi
Last recorded57,279 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 MYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 57,279 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Dec 2025 57,279 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2024 50,563 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both n/s and o/s cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear axle corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2023 45,098 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear axle corroded

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 41,375 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2021 36,649 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective 1 of 2 (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 31,242 miles

Offside Front slight play in suspension top mounting

Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 9 Dec 2019 27,183 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 20,992 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms , rear bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 19,022 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 18,295 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 15,029 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 12,288 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 10,164 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 9,148 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 6,720 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 4,262 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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AO08 MYU 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 94.1%.

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 AO08 MYU, 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 AO08 MYU registered?

AO08 MYU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AO08 MYU safe to buy?

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