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G8 ARA

2017 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,427 mi
Last recorded61,427 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Swift32,661 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 ARA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 61,427 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 46,126 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 37,363 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 31,486 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 31,486 miles

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

offside rear wheel noisy on rotation, brake shoes may need adjustment or repair.

tpms light on.

Pass 15 Feb 2022 24,065 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 16,378 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 16,378 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 7,540 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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G8 ARA is a 2017 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 32,661 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G8 ARA, 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 9 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G8 ARA?

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What year was G8 ARA registered?

G8 ARA is a 2017 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is G8 ARA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 ARA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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