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BN08 HYU

2008 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,759 mi
Last recorded119,759 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 HYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 119,759 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 119,651 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

accident damage to rear

Fail 26 Jun 2023 119,651 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

accident damage to rear

Pass 27 Jun 2022 106,461 miles

sill covers fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2022 106,421 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2021 91,265 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 83,156 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear rear exposed end slight corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 83,083 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear rear exposed end slight corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 69,807 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2018 63,268 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seat belts ()

Fail 24 Feb 2018 63,187 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (chalked) (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (chalked) (3.6.B.2c)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seat belts ()

Pass 18 Feb 2017 57,557 miles

Offside Rear brake slight binding.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 52,673 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 7 Mar 2015 47,242 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 40,784 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 34,051 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

rear brakes slightly out of balance

Pass 3 Mar 2012 27,541 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 18,622 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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BN08 HYU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BN08 HYU, 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 BN08 HYU registered?

BN08 HYU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is BN08 HYU safe to buy?

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