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AV08 XXW

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,573 mi
Last recorded125,573 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 XXW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 125,573 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2019 125,552 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

Pass 10 May 2018 116,243 miles

Both rear tyres perished in sidewalls

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

Offside Rear Brake slightly binding

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 May 2017 103,141 miles

Nearside Rear tyre side walls perished

Offside Rear tyre side walls perished

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

Fail 5 May 2017 102,992 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre perished in sidewalls

Offside Rear tyre perished in sidewalls

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

Pass 9 May 2016 96,882 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 96,882 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 80,195 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 66,100 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 52,542 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 36,549 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 21,916 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 XXW is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XXW, 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 AV08 XXW registered?

AV08 XXW is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is AV08 XXW safe to buy?

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