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DE08 LFR

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,609 mi
Last recorded87,609 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 LFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 87,609 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Apr 2017 87,609 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement wheel binding (3.5.1k)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Apr 2016 83,264 miles

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

front to rear pipes covered not allowing full inspection

Fail 8 Apr 2016 83,252 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

front to rear pipes covered not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Nov 2014 76,003 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 65,623 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2012 56,529 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 26 Oct 2011 47,732 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear wiper rubber split

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 LFR is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LFR, 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 DE08 LFR registered?

DE08 LFR is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is DE08 LFR safe to buy?

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