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BV08 ZZC

2008 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

103,373 mi
Last recorded103,373 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 ZZC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 103,373 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 97,691 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 92,673 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 87,497 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Nov 2021 82,334 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NOT PLUGGED IN PROPERLY ()

Pass 5 Nov 2020 77,690 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 16 May 2019 71,049 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 May 2018 66,273 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 May 2017 61,498 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 9 May 2016 56,141 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

offside head lamp, top bracket damaged

Pass 30 Mar 2015 51,346 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 46,498 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 46,498 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 42,884 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 23,945 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 16,032 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 ZZC is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ZZC, 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 ZZC registered?

BV08 ZZC is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is BV08 ZZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 ZZC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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