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YR08 YKH

2008 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

84,182 mi
Last recorded84,182 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 YKH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 84,182 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 83,461 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 82,639 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 79,132 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 73,276 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 70,151 miles

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

parking brake lever has little reserve travel possibly indicating the need for adjustment or repair

Pass 11 Sep 2019 65,884 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s + o/s rear on beam (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 59,883 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 52,115 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 43,864 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 38,136 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 38,132 miles

Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt osf (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 32,915 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 24,565 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 17,144 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 13,961 miles

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

all tyres have age cracks

Pass 21 Mar 2011 8,212 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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YR08 YKH is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YR08 YKH, 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 YR08 YKH registered?

YR08 YKH is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YR08 YKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 YKH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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