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DE08 FKM

2008 Suzuki Swift

Orange Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

81,126 mi
Last recorded81,126 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 FKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 81,126 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S & N/S RESR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 78,876 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S & N/S REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 77,717 miles

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 76,406 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 75,337 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 73,559 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 72,608 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 69,506 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 65,417 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 59,750 miles

Nearside Front nail in tyre

Pass 29 Mar 2016 54,064 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 54,027 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 53,179 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 53,179 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 49,783 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 49,783 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 42,638 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 35,654 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 27,777 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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DE08 FKM is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Orange with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DE08 FKM, 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 DE08 FKM registered?

DE08 FKM is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DE08 FKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 FKM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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