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YR58 UVB

2008 Suzuki Swift

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

71,089 mi
Last recorded71,089 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR58 UVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 71,089 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 May 2018 71,088 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 59,449 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 59,442 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 57,726 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Note: Brake pipes greased.

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 48,823 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 48,823 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 42,988 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 42,988 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 35,792 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 29,322 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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YR58 UVB is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YR58 UVB, 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

How do I check the history of YR58 UVB?

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What year was YR58 UVB registered?

YR58 UVB is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 October 2008.

Is YR58 UVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR58 UVB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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