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CV08 GDO

2008 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,474 mi
Last recorded61,474 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 GDO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2012 61,474 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 61,474 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Jun 2011 43,680 miles

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

advise front wipers slight smearing

Fail 2 Jun 2011 43,680 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

advise front wipers slight smearing

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 GDO is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 CV08 GDO, 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

How do I check the history of CV08 GDO?

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What year was CV08 GDO registered?

CV08 GDO is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is CV08 GDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV08 GDO shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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