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CA08 WHJ

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,483 mi
Last recorded68,483 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 WHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 68,483 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 68,483 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 65,368 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 58,333 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 48,657 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 41,460 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2015 41,460 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 39,152 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 39,152 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 34,708 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,683 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 25,616 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 25,616 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

off side rear tyre cracked 185/6015h

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 WHJ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 CA08 WHJ, 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 WHJ registered?

CA08 WHJ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is CA08 WHJ safe to buy?

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