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DG08 HCX

2008 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,300 mi
Last recorded71,300 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 HCX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 71,300 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 68,308 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 65,742 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 63,541 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 61,372 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 59,822 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 59,822 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 57,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 54,648 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 51,587 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 48,469 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 44,568 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 41,273 miles

both front suspension arms, rear bushes are starting to delaminate

Pass 5 Feb 2014 37,511 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 33,451 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 29,948 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 23,716 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 23,716 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DG08 HCX is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DG08 HCX, 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

How do I check the history of DG08 HCX?

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What year was DG08 HCX registered?

DG08 HCX is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DG08 HCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 HCX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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