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YP08 DZL

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,707 mi
Last recorded32,707 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 32,707 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 31,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON wear markers, Inner & outer tread feathered (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From flexi to back plate (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Jan 2025 31,379 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush displaced (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON wear markers, Inner & outer tread feathered (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From flexi to back plate (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 29,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022 29,599 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2022 29,599 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 28,581 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 27,522 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 26,751 miles

Offside rear tyre is perished.

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 26,357 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and cracking in treads. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear brakes are starting to bind.

Pass 21 Dec 2017 26,037 miles

Engine management lamp on

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)

Offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Dec 2016 25,723 miles

Engine management lamp on

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)

Offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Dec 2015 25,509 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)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 24,937 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 24,937 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2013 24,008 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)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 21,137 miles

offside wishbone rear bush starting to split

Pass 3 Jan 2012 17,246 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 17,138 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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 DZL is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc 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 YP08 DZL, 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 DZL registered?

YP08 DZL is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is YP08 DZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP08 DZL 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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