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YL57 GVD

2008 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

160,745 mi
Last recorded160,745 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 GVD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 160,745 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 150,870 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 5 May 2018 150,869 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2017 143,796 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Fail 2 May 2017 143,796 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 130,512 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 119,973 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 103,270 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 87,663 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 71,585 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 55,367 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 GVD is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GVD, 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.

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What year was YL57 GVD registered?

YL57 GVD is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is YL57 GVD safe to buy?

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