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DG08 ZKW

2008 Suzuki Swift

Orange Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,501 mi
Last recorded93,501 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 ZKW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 93,501 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 92,158 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 92,155 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 89,527 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 89,527 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 86,865 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 86,865 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 84,365 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 82,798 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 80,813 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 79,354 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 76,467 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 67,062 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 61,721 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 54,993 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2014 54,993 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 46,215 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 33,420 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 33,420 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 23,477 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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DG08 ZKW is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Orange with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 DG08 ZKW, 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 DG08 ZKW registered?

DG08 ZKW is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is DG08 ZKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 ZKW shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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