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YS08 FOF

2008 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

96,906 mi
Last recorded96,906 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 FOF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 96,906 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2025 91,434 miles
Fail 10 May 2025 91,309 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn and rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2024 85,547 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking

hand brake travel

Pass 9 May 2023 79,424 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 79,419 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2022 71,386 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 67,077 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 May 2021 67,077 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 63,953 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear service brake slight bind by hand park lever high

Pass 3 Aug 2019 57,127 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2019 57,127 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 May 2018 54,860 miles

Nearside Front Lower ball joint slight play

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

Pass 22 May 2017 50,629 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 46,763 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 42,990 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 41,944 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 35,306 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 27,739 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 27,739 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2011 20,677 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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YS08 FOF is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YS08 FOF, 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 YS08 FOF registered?

YS08 FOF is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is YS08 FOF safe to buy?

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