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AV08 GVU

2008 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,573 mi
Last recorded64,573 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 GVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 64,573 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 45,052 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 45,044 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 32,582 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 24,437 miles

esp light on.

Pass 19 Jan 2012 22,730 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 18,041 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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AV08 GVU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AV08 GVU, 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

How do I check the history of AV08 GVU?

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What year was AV08 GVU registered?

AV08 GVU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is AV08 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 GVU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV08 GVU have outstanding finance?

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