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AX08 FXT

2008 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

106,094 mi
Last recorded106,094 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 FXT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 106,094 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2025 106,094 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 103,865 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 5 Sep 2024 103,865 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 101,006 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 101,006 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 98,281 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

front wipers slighty smearing

Pass 9 Dec 2021 94,473 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 91,617 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 85,175 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 81,651 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 77,597 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 73,891 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 69,969 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 69,969 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 65,055 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 59,489 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 49,116 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 32,179 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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AX08 FXT is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AX08 FXT, 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 AX08 FXT registered?

AX08 FXT is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AX08 FXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 FXT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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