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YF08 XAO

2008 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,601 mi
Last recorded156,601 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 XAO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 17 May 2024 156,601 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDE (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underseal used on underside vehicle

Pass 12 Jul 2023 147,103 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 128,387 miles

Both front tyres worn inner edges

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 112,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 28 Jul 2020 106,802 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 97,345 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 85,170 miles

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

Offside front suspension top mount has slight play

Pass 18 Jul 2017 72,133 miles

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

offside rear wheel bearing slight roughness when rotated

Pass 4 Aug 2016 64,310 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Aug 2015 62,555 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 57,401 miles

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

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

small split in o/s wiper

Pass 14 Oct 2013 52,238 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 48,487 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 36,074 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 24,211 miles

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

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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YF08 XAO is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YF08 XAO, 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 YF08 XAO registered?

YF08 XAO is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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