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AO08 RPV

2008 Suzuki Swift

Orange Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

116,053 mi
Last recorded116,053 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 RPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2026 116,053 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect And serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Lagging (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 105,455 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 97,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 5 Aug 2024 97,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 92,999 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 92,999 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 91,382 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 88,450 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 88,437 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits due to hole in exhaust (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box joint area (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 85,209 miles

Nearside Front Inner Cv boot clip catching on the gear box as it goes round

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in the tread paten (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Wiper blade rubber missing

Pass 10 Oct 2019 79,901 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 79,901 miles

Offside Front Upper Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 76,696 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2018 76,696 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 71,982 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 63,248 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 54,282 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 47,605 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 41,356 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 34,139 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 25,314 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 17,627 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 RPV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Orange with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AO08 RPV, 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 RPV registered?

AO08 RPV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is AO08 RPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 RPV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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