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AO08 VLU

2008 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

85,524 mi
Last recorded85,524 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 VLU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 85,524 miles

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

Front both sides suspension legs have slight movement/play when vehicle raised from the ground in the upper attachments

sill covers fitted to vehicle as standard obstructing view of sill panel areas

surface corrosion to rear under side including but not limited to the sill backing panels and rear axle

Pass 13 May 2024 85,206 miles

Offside Front Inner drive shaft gaiter deteriorated/slight seepage/leak of grease

Rear exhaust hanger broken from rear exhaust silencer (system still supported)

both sides rear sill backing panels corroded

parking brake travel close to fail criteria limit (advise inspection is made to the braking system)

sill covers fitted to vehicle as standard obstructing view of some vehicle components

Pass 18 May 2023 83,357 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR. (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Fail 16 May 2023 83,357 miles

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR. (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 25 May 2022 79,821 miles

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

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

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))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 78,011 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 77,239 miles

Fuel hose corroded filler neck is not leaking at this time (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 74,912 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs inner faces poor surface areas (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Jun 2018 74,912 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs inner faces poor surface areas (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 69,944 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 64,198 miles

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

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

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

sill covers fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2016 64,198 miles

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

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

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

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2015 55,284 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 44,619 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 36,587 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 28,332 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 20,960 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 VLU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VLU, 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 VLU registered?

AO08 VLU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is AO08 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 VLU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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