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CE08 EXR

2008 Suzuki Swift

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

74,669 mi
Last recorded74,669 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 EXR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2018 74,669 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 67,212 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 67,212 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 59,844 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 49,137 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 49,083 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 43,278 miles

front brake pads getting low, discs look worn

oil warning light on dash

Fail 28 Feb 2014 43,278 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front brake pads getting low, discs look worn

oil warning light on dash

both front wishbone rear bushes parted but not resulting in excessive movement

osf tyre worn badly on inner edge

Pass 25 Feb 2013 39,362 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Mar 2012 34,951 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 31,029 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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CE08 EXR is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CE08 EXR, 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 CE08 EXR registered?

CE08 EXR is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is CE08 EXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 EXR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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