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YL57 HEJ

2008 Suzuki Swift

Orange Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

105,129 mi
Last recorded105,129 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 HEJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 105,129 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 101,973 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 99,576 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 95,936 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 95,936 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 80,270 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 72,888 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 72,888 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 66,209 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 66,209 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 60,321 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 55,466 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 49,929 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 43,286 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 36,503 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 27,587 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 20,281 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 HEJ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Orange with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HEJ, 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 YL57 HEJ registered?

YL57 HEJ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 January 2008.

Is YL57 HEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 HEJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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