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BV08 HJU

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

45,380 mi
Last recorded45,380 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 HJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 45,380 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 45,339 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside & nearside wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 20 Jun 2016 41,733 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 May 2015 37,564 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside rear lens damaged but not affecting light output

Pass 8 May 2014 33,419 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre wearing on inner tread

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 1 May 2014 33,334 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre wearing on inner tread

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Apr 2013 29,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 19 Apr 2012 25,493 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 18,385 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 18,385 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 HJU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HJU, 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 HJU registered?

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

Is BV08 HJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 HJU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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