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YH08 TKJ

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,254 mi
Last recorded103,254 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 TKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 103,254 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 95,379 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 86,797 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 77,386 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 66,808 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 56,982 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2020 49,034 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 46,639 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 44,104 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 41,230 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 37,757 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 34,886 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 30,601 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 26,756 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 22,791 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 17,326 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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YH08 TKJ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YH08 TKJ, 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 YH08 TKJ registered?

YH08 TKJ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is YH08 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH08 TKJ shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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