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BD08 VUF

2008 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,708 mi
Last recorded64,708 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 VUF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 64,708 miles

covers fitted-wishbone arm bushes deteriorated-o/s/f top mount slight movement

Fail 16 Nov 2020 64,708 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

covers fitted-wishbone arm bushes deteriorated-o/s/f top mount slight movement

Pass 20 May 2019 59,187 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 55,651 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 May 2017 52,503 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 May 2016 44,097 miles

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

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 May 2015 40,344 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 32,494 miles
Pass 27 May 2013 26,777 miles

Rear tyres cracked and perishing

Pass 26 May 2012 21,964 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 21,964 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 15,995 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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BD08 VUF is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BD08 VUF, 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 BD08 VUF registered?

BD08 VUF is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is BD08 VUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 VUF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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