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BV08 HKK

2008 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

22,644 mi
Last recorded22,644 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 HKK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 22,644 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 21,834 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 20,881 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 19,979 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 19,077 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 18,237 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 17,577 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 17,577 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 17,030 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 16,411 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 15,563 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 14,236 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 13,103 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 11,589 miles

Both front windscreen wipers slightly smearing screen

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside front lower suspension arm bush starting to peel

Pass 1 Mar 2013 10,021 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 8,379 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 6,423 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 HKK is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,328cc 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 BV08 HKK, 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 HKK registered?

BV08 HKK is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is BV08 HKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 HKK 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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