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YM08 LVV

2008 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

41,961 mi
Last recorded41,961 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM08 LVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 41,961 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 40,668 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 40,668 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 39,119 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 38,201 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 36,444 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 35,056 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 33,938 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 32,668 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 30,308 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 28,093 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 26,576 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 26,576 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 23,398 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 20,644 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Jul 2014 20,644 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 17,357 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 13,995 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 10,377 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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YM08 LVV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YM08 LVV, 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 YM08 LVV registered?

YM08 LVV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is YM08 LVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM08 LVV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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