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CA08 EHN

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

43,722 mi
Last recorded43,722 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 EHN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 43,722 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule -both lines (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber top mount play

Pass 29 Oct 2024 42,186 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both lines (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 41,156 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both lines (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 39,786 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 38,309 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 35,726 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 May 2019 34,790 miles

slight play in n/s/f top suspension mounting

Pass 15 May 2018 33,970 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 33,078 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 32,089 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2016 32,065 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 13 May 2015 30,914 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 28,737 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 25,386 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 25,386 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2012 21,022 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 17,476 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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CA08 EHN is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CA08 EHN, 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 CA08 EHN registered?

CA08 EHN is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is CA08 EHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 EHN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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