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AP08 KXC

2008 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,766 mi
Last recorded105,766 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 KXC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 105,766 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2025 105,766 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

off side rear wheel not moving

Pass 2 Nov 2024 102,088 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 97,754 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 91,561 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 87,327 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Aug 2020 83,878 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 78,215 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 May 2018 73,871 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge within the limit.

Fail 3 May 2018 73,871 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edge within the limit.

Pass 5 May 2017 69,828 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 69,828 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 May 2016 65,708 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 60,404 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 55,859 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 17 Jun 2013 50,639 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 45,613 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 40,292 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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AP08 KXC is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AP08 KXC, 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 AP08 KXC registered?

AP08 KXC is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is AP08 KXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 KXC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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