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YH08 XCU

2008 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

90,489 mi
Last recorded90,489 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 XCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 90,489 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 82,967 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2024 82,967 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 75,760 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 75,760 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60-15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 68,188 miles

both front tyres worn very low on inner edge (close to cords )

Fail 29 Dec 2022 68,167 miles

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

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

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

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

both front tyres worn very low on inner edge (close to cords )

Pass 30 Dec 2021 57,619 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2021 57,619 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 56,894 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 5 Jul 2021 56,894 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 55,125 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 55,124 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wiper blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 May 2019 53,897 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 50,094 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 50,094 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 May 2017 44,838 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 44,831 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake binding Both Sides (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 May 2016 41,824 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 37,499 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 32,980 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 28,939 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 25,202 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 25,202 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 19,107 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 XCU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 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 YH08 XCU, 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 XCU registered?

YH08 XCU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is YH08 XCU safe to buy?

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