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BV08 HJO

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,892 mi
Last recorded74,892 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 HJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 74,892 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 74,890 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 69,584 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 61,621 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 51,680 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 39,177 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 32,371 miles

Engine has an oil leak.Possibly from the sump gasket.

Offside and Neartside front tyres are wearing close to the legal limit.Tyre size 185/60x15H.

Fail 22 Feb 2012 32,371 miles

Engine has an oil leak.Possibly from the sump gasket.

Offside and Neartside front tyres are wearing close to the legal limit.Tyre size 185/60x15H.

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 22,505 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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BV08 HJO is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 BV08 HJO, 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 BV08 HJO registered?

BV08 HJO is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BV08 HJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 HJO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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