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YP08 DYU

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,126 mi
Last recorded59,126 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 DYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 59,126 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended wishbone (2.4.F.3)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

some free play in o/s top mounting

Fail 28 Jun 2017 59,108 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

some free play in o/s top mounting

Pass 1 Jul 2016 52,088 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside rear brake pipe corroded

Fail 1 Jul 2016 52,088 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2015 46,208 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 40,210 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 40,210 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 35,842 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 30,647 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 24,967 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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YP08 DYU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YP08 DYU, 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 YP08 DYU registered?

YP08 DYU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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