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AY08 WVW

2008 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,231 mi
Last recorded93,231 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 WVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 93,231 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 93,231 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 77,662 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2018 77,662 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 64,064 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 57,912 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 52,440 miles

N/S/F AND O/S/F ARM BUSHES STRARTING TO SPLIT

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 52,440 miles

N/S/F AND O/S/F ARM BUSHES STRARTING TO SPLIT

Pass 22 Jan 2014 46,723 miles

FRONT TYRES WORN TO 3MM

N/S/F SUSPENSION SLIGHTLY SPLIT

Pass 30 Jan 2013 41,488 miles

N/S/F SUSPESION ARM STARTING TO SPLIT

Pass 7 Feb 2012 35,547 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 28,892 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)

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 WVW is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc 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 AY08 WVW, 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 WVW registered?

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

Is AY08 WVW safe to buy?

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