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AY08 WVL

2008 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,408 mi
Last recorded67,408 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 WVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 67,408 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 67,408 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 55,399 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 49,064 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 43,924 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 43,924 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Jan 2012 37,328 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 37,328 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 27,065 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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AY08 WVL is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY08 WVL, 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 AY08 WVL registered?

AY08 WVL is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is AY08 WVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 WVL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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