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AY08 WVV

2008 Suzuki Swift

Yellow Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 WVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023

Nearside Front Slight lift on steering rack shaft

Pass 27 Jul 2022
Pass 8 Oct 2020
Pass 27 Feb 2019
Pass 28 Feb 2018
Pass 3 Dec 2016 93,984 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 29 Nov 2016 93,972 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure Broken bracket (1.7.3)

Engine check light on

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 88,844 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 81,211 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 2 Mar 2015 81,203 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 64,193 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 48,569 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 32,341 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 27,243 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 WVV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Yellow with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 AY08 WVV, 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.

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What year was AY08 WVV registered?

AY08 WVV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AY08 WVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 WVV shows 14 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.

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