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YH08 XDA

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,623 mi
Last recorded82,623 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 82,623 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jan 2026 82,623 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 78,462 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 76,372 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2023 74,388 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 71,423 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 69,513 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 68,779 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2020 68,779 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair BOTH SIDES (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 67,267 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 67,267 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both REARS ARE NOT FULLY FREE REQ STRIP DOWN CHECK SLIGHT PLAY ALSO IN N/S/R WHEEL BEARING CHECK SAME TIME (1.2.1 (f))

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES SPRINGS REQ CLEAN WAX OIL GREASE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE DOES WORK TOP UP NOW

Pass 6 Mar 2018 65,441 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage chassis to floor (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 63,135 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 59,443 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear slight uneven wear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 56,737 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 53,595 miles

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

sills floor chassi brake pipes brake hoses are all good to keep same wax oil greasev now through out to keep same

Fail 15 Mar 2014 53,595 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

sills floor chassi brake pipes brake hoses are all good to keep same wax oil greasev now through out to keep same

Pass 18 Apr 2012 35,910 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 21,024 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 21,024 miles

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

Offside Front 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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YH08 XDA is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc 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 YH08 XDA, 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 XDA registered?

YH08 XDA is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YH08 XDA safe to buy?

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