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DA08 VFK

2008 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

135,484 mi
Last recorded135,484 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 VFK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 135,484 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2022 135,484 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 126,889 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

general corrosion to under body and components

Pass 11 Oct 2019 98,001 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 85,022 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 80,254 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 68,205 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 68,194 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven n/s slower? (3.7.B.2)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2015 57,504 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 51,167 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 46,414 miles

offside rear inner tyre wall cracking

Fail 16 Jul 2012 40,563 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 40,563 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 30,685 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 30,685 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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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DA08 VFK is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DA08 VFK, 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 DA08 VFK registered?

DA08 VFK is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is DA08 VFK safe to buy?

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