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BF08 EDJ

2008 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,786 mi
Last recorded50,786 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 EDJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 50,786 miles

sill covers fitted

Fail 21 Nov 2018 50,786 miles

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2017 248,381 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2016 32,139 miles

Front brake pads appear worn..

Long travel on handbrake..

Pass 6 Nov 2015 21,575 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 11,440 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 9,862 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 5,999 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 4,666 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 3,686 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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BF08 EDJ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BF08 EDJ, 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 BF08 EDJ registered?

BF08 EDJ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is BF08 EDJ safe to buy?

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