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CV08 UNR

2008 Suzuki Swift

Orange Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

53,842 mi
Last recorded53,842 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 UNR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 53,842 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 53,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 53,715 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 53,715 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 53,660 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 53,467 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2019 53,467 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 53,132 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 53,132 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 52,578 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 46,642 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 41,648 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 36,044 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 28,584 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 21,258 miles

(note :- steel rims, 185/60R15 tyres, tread depth - n/s/f 4.5mm, o/s/f 5.5mm, n/s/r 6.5mm, o/s/r 3.0mm.)

Fail 2 Jul 2012 21,258 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

tyre treads = o/s/f - 5.5mm, n/s/f - 4.5mm, o/s/r - 3.0mm, n/s/r - 6.5mm.

Pass 10 Jun 2011 18,244 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 17,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Feb 2011 17,311 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 UNR is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Orange with a 1,324cc 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 UNR, 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 CV08 UNR registered?

CV08 UNR is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is CV08 UNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV08 UNR shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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