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CV08 AWM

2008 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,735 mi
Last recorded74,735 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 AWM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 74,735 miles

Little reserve travel on park brake.

Fail 21 Jul 2026 74,735 miles

Little reserve travel on park brake.

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 65,885 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 46,195 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 44,492 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 42,057 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 38,754 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 37,546 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 34,203 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 31,244 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 28,003 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 24,269 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 20,058 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 18,664 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 16,689 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2012 14,264 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 8 May 2012 14,264 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 May 2011 12,654 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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CV08 AWM is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CV08 AWM, 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 CV08 AWM registered?

CV08 AWM is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is CV08 AWM safe to buy?

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