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BN08 NTE

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,654 mi
Last recorded59,654 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 NTE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 59,654 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to drum (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to drum (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 53,108 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 50,945 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 48,500 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 46,190 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across Axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 43,568 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 40,434 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 38,321 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 38,321 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel DUE TO LACK OF FLUID AND LEAKING ABS PUMP (1.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid not visible LEAKING FROM ABS PUMP POSSIBLE RESULT TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected ABS PUMP LEAKING VERY VERY DANGEROUS (1.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

advise full brake srevice when abs pump fault rectified

Pass 23 Oct 2017 36,298 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 33,055 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 30,181 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 27,257 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 22,593 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 17,563 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 12,479 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 8,753 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 NTE is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 NTE, 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 NTE registered?

BN08 NTE is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BN08 NTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 NTE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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