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DA08 VFM

2008 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

125,735 mi
Last recorded125,735 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 VFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2022 125,735 miles

corrosion underneath

Pass 16 Oct 2021 123,169 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 119,230 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 112,695 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 104,598 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ns and os front and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 93,660 miles

engine trays fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Oct 2016 80,959 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 65,296 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 51,415 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 51,320 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 47,069 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 35,747 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 33,542 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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DA08 VFM is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VFM, 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 VFM registered?

DA08 VFM is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is DA08 VFM safe to buy?

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