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AU08 LYK

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,953 mi
Last recorded106,953 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 LYK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 106,953 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 102,352 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre tread low

Slight brake bind nearside rear

Wipers smeary

Fail 4 Mar 2017 102,243 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside rear tyre tread low

Slight brake bind nearside rear

Wipers smeary

Pass 9 Jan 2016 78,625 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 72,995 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 61,016 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 49,980 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 37,450 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front tyres different size to rear

rear tyres wearing badly on inner edge of tread

Pass 17 Mar 2011 25,916 miles

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

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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AU08 LYK is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AU08 LYK, 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 AU08 LYK registered?

AU08 LYK is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is AU08 LYK safe to buy?

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