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YL57 GTZ

2008 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,711 mi
Last recorded97,711 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 GTZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 97,711 miles

Offside Rear cracking in the tread and getting low.

Fail 29 Sep 2016 97,711 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear cracking in the tread and getting low.

Pass 8 Sep 2015 79,650 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 67,165 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 52,672 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 52,672 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 34,962 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 28,482 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 18,592 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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YL57 GTZ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YL57 GTZ, 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

How do I check the history of YL57 GTZ?

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What year was YL57 GTZ registered?

YL57 GTZ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 11 February 2008.

Is YL57 GTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 GTZ 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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