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BJ08 EVK

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

57,974 mi
Last recorded57,974 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 EVK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 57,974 miles

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

Rear exhaust corroded

surface corrosion under vehicle/suspension components

Fail 19 Jan 2026 57,974 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Rear exhaust corroded

surface corrosion under vehicle/suspension components

Pass 21 Oct 2024 57,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 53,907 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 51,456 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 48,111 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 48,111 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 45,087 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 45,087 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 43,079 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 40,669 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 37,010 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

air bag light on

intermittent fault with air bag light on instrument panel

near/side rear brake caliper very rusty

off/side front brake caliper damp with brake fluid no visable leaks from this item at time of mot inspection

off/side rear brake caliper very rusty

Fail 28 Mar 2018 37,009 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

air bag light on

near/side rear brake caliper very rusty

off/side front brake caliper damp with brake fluid no visable leaks from this item at time of mot inspection

off/side rear brake caliper very rusty

Pass 24 Mar 2017 32,634 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 32,631 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits see emissions print out (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 28,227 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 25,109 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 21,536 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 14 Feb 2013 27,406 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 14,879 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 12,182 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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BJ08 EVK is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BJ08 EVK, 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 BJ08 EVK registered?

BJ08 EVK is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BJ08 EVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 EVK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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