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YS08 WKO

2008 Suzuki Swift

Orange Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

99,949 mi
Last recorded99,949 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 WKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 99,949 miles

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 95,620 miles

Both front brake disc inner edges corroded

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

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

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

Upper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2024 95,620 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Both front brake disc inner edges corroded

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

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

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

Upper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 95,607 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 92,898 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 92,897 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 88,454 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 84,739 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 81,430 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 81,430 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 78,558 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 72,927 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 67,278 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Feb 2018 67,278 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

foot brake travel long

Pass 27 Oct 2016 62,400 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 62,400 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 524,629 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 524,629 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 50,317 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 40,900 miles

Rear tyres starting to crack due to age

Pass 14 Sep 2012 33,024 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 26,756 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 WKO is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Orange with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 YS08 WKO, 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 WKO registered?

YS08 WKO is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is YS08 WKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS08 WKO shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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