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BK08 HNG

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

99,814 mi
Last recorded99,814 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 HNG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 99,814 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 87,809 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

sill covers

Pass 3 Mar 2023 78,455 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Long parking brake travel

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2023 78,455 miles

Position lamp not working Both sides front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Long parking brake travel

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 74,452 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 73,368 miles

sill covers

Pass 2 Mar 2020 73,298 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 71,305 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 66,118 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Mar 2018 66,118 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 57,832 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2016 53,501 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 50,407 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2014 46,970 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 40,123 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 32,831 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

slight tyre sidewall damage to n/s front tyre

slight tyre sidewall damage to n/s rear tyre

Pass 28 Feb 2011 24,549 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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BK08 HNG is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BK08 HNG, 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 BK08 HNG registered?

BK08 HNG is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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