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CV08 XLN

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,892 mi
Last recorded81,892 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 XLN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 81,892 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 77,107 miles

slight grease on offside outer c v boot

Pass 21 Aug 2019 71,746 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

underbody corrosion

Pass 3 Sep 2018 66,213 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 57,138 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 54,990 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 54,954 miles

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 50,253 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 50,252 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 45,500 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 39,888 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 35,423 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 30,863 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 30,863 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 25,687 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 XLN is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XLN, 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 XLN registered?

CV08 XLN is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is CV08 XLN safe to buy?

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