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BV08 OHX

2008 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,365 mi
Last recorded27,365 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 OHX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 27,365 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 24,593 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 19,867 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 15,409 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 12,433 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 10,829 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2013 10,829 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 8,720 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 8,720 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 OHX is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol 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 OHX, 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.

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What year was BV08 OHX registered?

BV08 OHX is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 2 August 2008.

Is BV08 OHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 OHX 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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