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BG08 KLV

2008 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,498 mi
Last recorded1,498 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 KLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 1,498 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 1,498 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 67,030 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 67,030 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 116 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 3,126 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 3,126 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 27,275 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Apr 2011 17,723 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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BG08 KLV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Grey 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 BG08 KLV, 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 BG08 KLV registered?

BG08 KLV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is BG08 KLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 KLV 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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