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AX57 EZU

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

83,467 mi
Last recorded83,467 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX57 EZU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 83,467 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2026 83,461 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing Wheel stud missing. (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2025 79,365 miles

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

Rear chassis sills and subframe starting to corrode.

Pass 5 Jul 2024 75,796 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Light cracking and tread becoming uneven (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Jul 2024 75,796 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Light cracking and tread becoming uneven (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 66,465 miles

Early Corrosion

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2023 66,465 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Early Corrosion

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 58,020 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2022 58,020 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 50,531 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 45,073 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 38,496 miles

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

handbrake travel high

nearside front washer jet not working, zero fluid

Pass 24 Jul 2018 31,575 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 26,124 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 21,730 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 21,730 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 17,238 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 16,139 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 12,624 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 10,374 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 7,402 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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AX57 EZU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AX57 EZU, 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 AX57 EZU?

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What year was AX57 EZU registered?

AX57 EZU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is AX57 EZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX57 EZU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX57 EZU have outstanding finance?

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