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CV08 KXP

2008 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

127,055 mi
Last recorded127,055 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 KXP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 127,055 miles

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

Rear ALL Suspension Components CORRODED But NOT Seriously Weakened.

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 125,647 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 30 Oct 2023 125,646 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 123,083 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 1 Nov 2022 123,083 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 119,390 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 5 Oct 2021 119,389 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 114,834 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 114,824 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidwall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 19 Oct 2019 108,798 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2019 108,798 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 101,631 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 96,424 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 89,943 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 84,493 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 66,035 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 54,123 miles

accident damage to rear bumper etc.

Fail 3 Apr 2012 54,123 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

accident damage to rear bumper etc.

Pass 18 Mar 2011 39,962 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 KXP is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KXP, 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 KXP registered?

CV08 KXP is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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