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CX08 XDD

2008 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

123,882 mi
Last recorded123,882 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 XDD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 123,882 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front subframe coated in underseal not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear outer sill damaged

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear seatbelt slow to retract

Rear axle corroded

manufacturers outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 2 Jun 2026 123,882 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front subframe coated in underseal not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear outer sill damaged

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear seatbelt slow to retract

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

Rear axle corroded

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

manufacturers outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 6 Jun 2025 120,234 miles

Front subframe undersealed not allowing full inspection

Offside Rear lower axle spring cup corroded

manufacturers outer sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2024 117,215 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 117,159 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 101,808 miles

Front RADIATER SUPPORT CORRODED

Offside Rear LAMP DAMAGED NOT EFFECTING LIGHTS

UNABLE TO SEE REAR BRAKES

Fail 1 Jun 2023 101,808 miles

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

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

Front RADIATER SUPPORT CORRODED

Offside Rear LAMP DAMAGED NOT EFFECTING LIGHTS

UNABLE TO SEE REAR BRAKES

Pass 17 May 2022 88,215 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 78,014 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 75,726 miles

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2019 70,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 70,503 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 62,525 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 56,686 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2017 56,686 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 51,862 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 47,783 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 37,175 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 32,575 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 27,796 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 27,796 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 17,368 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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CX08 XDD is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CX08 XDD, 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 CX08 XDD registered?

CX08 XDD is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is CX08 XDD safe to buy?

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